Alucra, Turkey
Giresun · Turkey
Alucra is a small city in Giresun, Turkey with a population of 12,250. Elevation: 4,823 ft (1,470 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Alucra
Alucra is a town in Giresun Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey, 130 km (81 mi) from the city of Giresun. It is the seat of Alucra District. Its population is 3,945 (2022). It was a district of Şebinkarahisar province between 1924 and 1933.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,250 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,823 ft (1,470 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3202°, 38.7641° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Giresun |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (579 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.3 inches (21 cm) |
About Alucra
Alucra is a small city in Turkey (Giresun) with a population of 12,250. The city sits at an elevation of 4,823 feet (1,470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Alucra
Alucra has an average annual temperature of 6.1°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 833 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,823 ft (1,470 m) |
| Area | 418.3 sq mi (1,083.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3202°N, 38.7641°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.3 in |
Alucra has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.3") and August the driest (0.5").
Schools in Alucra
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şevket Canikli İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Er Zülkif Tekir İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Alucra Hacı Osman Erilli Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Kanuni İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Halis Akmen Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Alucra
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alucra
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alucra
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ordu–Giresun Airport | OGU | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alucra
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Medine Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alucra
What is the population of Alucra?
Alucra has a population of 12,250 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 418.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alucra?
Alucra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.
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