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Altınkaya, Turkey

Aksaray · Turkey

Altınkaya is a small town in Aksaray, Turkey with a population of 1,260. Elevation: 3,179 ft (969 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

1,260 Population 5/sq mi density
3,179 ft Elevation 969 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
15.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Altınkaya

Altınkaya is a village in the Aksaray District, Aksaray Province, Turkey. Its population is 1,260 (2021). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde).

People

Population1,260
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation3,179 ft (969 m)
Population1,260
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,179 ft (969 m)
Coordinates38.6174°, 33.7811°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAksaray
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation15.8 inches (401 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)

About Altınkaya

Altınkaya is a small town in Turkey (Aksaray) with a population of 1,260. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet (969 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Altınkaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,179 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below Turkey avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,179 ft (969 m)
Area280.7 sq mi (727.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates38.6174°N, 33.7811°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.0 on May 15, 2025.

Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 73 km
Jul 30, 2005 30 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M5.2 109 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 116 km
May 15, 2025 14 km ENE of Kulu, Turkey M5.0 74 km
Sep 11, 2009 8 km NNW of Konya, Turkey M4.9 140 km
Sep 10, 2009 9 km N of Konya, Turkey M4.9 135 km
Aug 24, 1999 12 km ESE of Haymana, Turkey M4.9 131 km
Aug 29, 2023 19 km SW of Kulu, Turkey M4.8 84 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 137 km
Aug 1, 2023 28 km NNE of Konya, Turkey M4.8 115 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 130 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 144 km
Mar 15, 2008 37 km NNE of Altp?nar, Turkey M4.5 122 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 74 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 136 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 91 km
Jul 31, 2005 26 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 101 km
Jul 31, 2005 27 km WSW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 111 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 143 km
Oct 5, 2012 2 km NE of Kaman, Turkey M4.4 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hasan Dagi (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 64 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 74 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 107 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
June 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Wettest

Altınkaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Altınkaya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aksaray Kültür Evi
Aksaray Kültür Evi

Libraries in Altınkaya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aksaray Halk Kütüphanesi0.0
Hoca Ahmed Yesevi Kitap Konağı0.0

Farmers Markets in Altınkaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cumartesi Pazarı Alanı
Kapali Çarşı
Yunus Emre ve Cumhuriyet Mahallesi Kapalı Pazar Alanı ve Sosyal Tesis

Gas Stations in Altınkaya

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #2837361784
TR #5011294645
TR #5038686434
TR #9274869425

Airports Near Altınkaya

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aksaray 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 Altınkaya

What is the population of Altınkaya?

Altınkaya has a population of 1,260 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 280.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Altınkaya?

Altınkaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

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