Araç, Turkey
Kastamonu · Turkey
Araç is a small city in Kastamonu, Turkey with a population of 18,863. Elevation: 2,215 ft (675 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°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 Araç
Araç District is a district of the Kastamonu Province of Turkey. Its seat is the town of Araç. Its area is 1,446 km2, and its population is 17,920 (2021).
People
Climate
| Population | 18,863 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,215 ft (675 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.2422°, 33.3277° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kastamonu |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.0 inches (585 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.6 inches (17 cm) |
About Araç
Araç is a small city in Turkey (Kastamonu) with a population of 18,863. The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet (675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Araç
Araç has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 536 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,215 ft (675 m) |
| Area | 607.2 sq mi (1,572.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2422°N, 33.3277°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 24 | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in |
Araç has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 31°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and September the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Araç
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kastamonu Üniversitesi Rafet Vergili MYO Yerleşkesi | University | - | , |
Schools in Araç
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Şükrü Kanatlı İ.Ö.O | - | - | - | - |
| Zübeyde Hanım Ana Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Araç Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi Yerleşkesi | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmet Yesevi İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Halk Eğitim | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmet Yesebi İlköğretim okulu | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Araç
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Araç İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Araç
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuma Pazarı |
Hotels in Araç
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Araç
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Araç
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Araç
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Araç
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Araç
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Araç
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Araç
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilgaz-2 Yurduntepe Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ilgaz Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Araç
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kastamonu Airport | KFS | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Araç
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Adil Acar Camii | |
| Kötürüm Beyazıd Camii | |
| Siteler Karasu Camii | |
| Veznedar Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Araç
What is the population of Araç?
Araç has a population of 18,863 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 607.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Araç?
Araç has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.
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