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Alacakaya, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Alacakaya is a small city in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 6,566. Elevation: 3,727 ft (1,136 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

6,566 Population 72,956/sq mi density
3,727 ft Elevation 1,136 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
37.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Alacakaya

Alacakaya

Alacakaya District is a district of Elazığ Province of Turkey. Its seat is the town Alacakaya. Its area is 318 km2, and its population is 5,993 (2021). The district was established in 1990.

People

Population6,566
Density72,956/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Population6,566
Population Density72,956 / sq mi
Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Coordinates38.4620°, 39.8623°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation37.3 inches (946 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.8 inches (68 cm)

About Alacakaya

Alacakaya is a small city in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 6,566. The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet (1,136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Alacakaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 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 37.3 inches. The area receives 26.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,727 ft (1,136 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density72,956/sq mi
Coordinates38.4620°N, 39.8623°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.3"
2% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 26.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

471 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 70 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 141 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 80 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 46 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 115 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 94 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 119 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 129 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 133 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 112 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 142 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 148 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 54 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 53 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 32 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 135 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 81 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 145 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 72 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.0 in
February 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Alacakaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 35°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Alacakaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hal

Clinics in Alacakaya

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alacakaya Toplum Sağlığı Merkezi

Gas Stations in Alacakaya

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #11265026962

Airports Near Alacakaya

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Diyarbakır AirportDIYMedium Airport
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium Airport
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall Airport
Diyarbakır Northwest AirportSmall Airport

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 Alacakaya

What is the population of Alacakaya?

Alacakaya has a population of 6,566 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 72,956 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alacakaya?

Alacakaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches, with 26.8 inches of snow.

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