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Alifakı, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Alifakı is a small city in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 6,551. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

6,551 Population 6/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Alifakı

Alifakı is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Tarsus, Mersin Province, Turkey. Its population is 6,551 (2022). It is situated in Çukurova plains to the southeast of Tarsus. The distance to Tarsus is 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) and the distance to Mersin is 38 kilometres (24 mi).

People

Population6,551
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population6,551
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates36.8831°, 34.9950°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Alifakı

Alifakı is a small city in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 6,551. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Alifakı

Alifakı has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 634 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 99.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 72.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 69.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 83.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 131.7
Alifakı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 287 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above Turkey avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area1,074.2 sq mi (2,782.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates36.8831°N, 34.9950°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
28% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.71"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

339 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 3, 2025.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 28 km
Feb 20, 2023 2 km NNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M6.3 122 km
Jan 22, 1997 11 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.7 111 km
Feb 20, 2023 9 km WNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.5 116 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 115 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 115 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 29 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 121 km
Jan 22, 1997 9 km NW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.3 112 km
Feb 16, 2023 21 km W of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.2 106 km
Oct 31, 2001 14 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.1 109 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km SSE of Hasanbeyli, Turkey M5.1 145 km
Jan 22, 1997 13 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.1 110 km
Jul 22, 2012 4 km SE of And?r?n, Turkey M5.0 143 km
Jun 17, 2009 9 km SW of Büyükçat, Turkey M5.0 131 km
Jan 3, 1994 3 km SE of Ceyhan, Turkey M5.0 76 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km SSW of A?a?? Karafak?l?, Turkey M4.9 135 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 35 km
Feb 10, 1994 6 km S of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.9 75 km
Feb 23, 2023 6 km SSE of Büyükçat, Turkey M4.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1872 SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) Earthquake 1,800 132 km
1408 ANTIOCH Eruption + Earthquake 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (151 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 151 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 157 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 187 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
March 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
October 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
December 53°F (12°C) 5.7 in Wettest

Alifakı has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Alifakı

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yaren FM folk music, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Tarsus FM country music, musiki MP3 128 kbps
KURAN ve TÜRKÇE MEAL dini, eğitim MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Hayat AAC+ 128 kbps
KENT RADYO MP3 128 kbps
RADYO ÜLKÜ AAC+ 80 kbps
KURAN VE MEAL MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Alifakı

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tarsus Müzesi

Libraries in Alifakı

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ethem Çalışkan Okuma Salonu0.0
Ethem Çalışkan Okuma Salonu0.0
Kültür Merkezi0.0
T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı Huzurkent Halk Kütüphanesi0.0
T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı Huzurkent Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Alifakı

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anıt Mahallesi Kapalı Semt Pazarı
Anıt Mahallesi Kapalı Semt Pazarı
Bağlar Mahallesi Pazar Yeri
Kıbrıs Çarşısı
Semt Pazarı
Tarihi Siptilli Çarşısı
Yeni Mahalle Pazar Yeri

Stadiums & Teams in Alifakı

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Alifakı

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adana Şakirpaşa AirportADALarge Airport
Çukurova International AirportCOVLarge Airport
İncirlik Air BaseUABMedium Airport
Kelaynak Aviation Club AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Alifakı

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bahcesehir Aile Saglıgı Merkezi
Gaziler Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Huzurkent Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Kucukdikili Aile Saglıgı Merkezi
Sarıhamzalı Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Şehit İshak Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Ülkü Köy Aile Sağlığı Merkezi

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alifakı

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akarsu Mahallesi Camii
Alifakı Mahallesi Camii
Kelahmet Mahallesi Camii

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 Alifakı

What is the population of Alifakı?

Alifakı has a population of 6,551 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,074.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alifakı?

Alifakı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

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