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Alaca, Turkey

Çorum · Turkey

Alaca is a small city in Çorum, Turkey with a population of 27,019. Elevation: 3,028 ft (923 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

27,019 Population 57/sq mi density
3,028 ft Elevation 923 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
18.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population27,019
Density57/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation3,028 ft (923 m)
Population27,019
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation3,028 ft (923 m)
Coordinates40.1683°, 34.8425°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceÇorum
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.9 inches (479 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)

About Alaca

Alaca is a small city in Turkey (Çorum) with a population of 27,019. The city sits at an elevation of 3,028 feet (923 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Alaca

Alaca has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-1°C). Average annual precipitation is 479 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1°C / 30°F -12.4° / 11.8° 58.9
Feb 0.3°C / 33°F -11.8° / 13.6° 35.5
Mar 2.9°C / 37°F -8° / 17.5° 61.8
Apr 8.9°C / 48°F -4.1° / 23.3° 42.6
May 13.5°C / 56°F 0.2° / 28.3° 56.1
Jun 18.3°C / 65°F 7.6° / 30.6° 72.3
Jul 20.6°C / 69°F 9.2° / 34.6° 19.9
Aug 22.2°C / 72°F 10.5° / 37.1° 10.5
Sep 17.9°C / 64°F 6.5° / 33.1° 24.9
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 1.1° / 27.3° 9.9
Nov 6.3°C / 43°F -5.3° / 19.5° 40.9
Dec 2°C / 36°F -7.4° / 14.4° 46.0
Alaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,028 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,028 ft (923 m)
Area477.0 sq mi (1,235.3 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates40.1683°N, 34.8425°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.9"
50% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 5.6"
Wettest Month (May) 2.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

177 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 78 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 83 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 96 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 31 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 80 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km ENE of Çubuk, Turkey M4.9 145 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 96 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 128 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 83 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 77 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 55 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 102 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 76 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 95 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 96 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 94 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 90 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 119 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 77 km
Apr 7, 2001 Central Turkey M4.4 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake - 60,000 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acigol-Nevsehir (182 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 182 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 189 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in

Alaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 30°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Alaca

Institution Type Founded Website
Hitit Üniversitesi Alaca Avni Çelik Meslek Yüksekokulu University - ,

Museums in Alaca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alacahöyük Museum

Farmers Markets in Alaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pazar Alanı

Cafes in Alaca

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafeteria
Hal Köftecisi Mahmut Usta
Komagene
Lezzet Pide Fırını

Gas Stations in Alaca

13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpet
Best Oil
Best Oil
Petrol Ofisi
Sunpet
TR #1046383406
TR #1046384094
TR #11922322138
TR #8005706140
TR #8005706145
TR #8005706146
TR #8005706147
TR #8625663897

Banks in Alaca

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Halkbank
Ziraat Bankası

Airports Near Alaca

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alaca

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Denizhan Cami
Eski Cami
Özhan Cami
Seburullah Ulu Camii
Sultan Ahmet Cami
Yeni Cami

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Istanbul

🇹🇷 About Turkey

Capital Ankara
Population 82,319,724
Area 780,580 km²
GDP (USD) $1,141,242,864,657
GDP per capita $13,375
HDI 0.838
Life expectancy 77.2 years
Internet users 86.0%
Urban population 89.0%
Currency TRY (Lira)
Languages Turkish
Calling code +90
TLD .tr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Turkey

7 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Yılbaşı
Apr 23 National Independence & Children's Day Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı
May 1 Labour Day İşçi Bayramı
May 19 Atatürk Commemoration & Youth Day Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı
Jul 15 Democracy and National Unity Day Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü
Aug 30 Victory Day Zafer Bayramı
Oct 29 Republic Day Cumhuriyet Bayramı

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alaca

What is the population of Alaca?

Alaca has a population of 27,019 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 477.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alaca?

Alaca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.

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