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Arıca, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Arıca is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 609. Elevation: 1,677 ft (511 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

609 Population 1/sq mi density
1,677 ft Elevation 511 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population609
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation1,677 ft (511 m)
Population609
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation1,677 ft (511 m)
Coordinates41.1416°, 35.3743°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (540 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)

About Arıca

Arıca is a small town in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 609. The city sits at an elevation of 1,677 feet (511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Arıca experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,677 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below Turkey avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,677 ft (511 m)
Area667.7 sq mi (1,729.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates41.1416°N, 35.3743°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.44"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

139 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 43 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 38 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 137 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 92 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 78 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 46 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 69 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 72 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 133 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 134 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 67 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 57 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 30 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 71 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 79 km
Apr 7, 2001 Central Turkey M4.4 125 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 64 km
Aug 20, 2025 12 km NNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.4 128 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 83 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake 60,000 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in
March 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
August 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in

Arıca has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 32°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.9").

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Gas Stations in Arıca

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #12030676377
TR #3104164476

Ski Resorts Near Arıca

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Akdağ Kayak Merkezi 0.0 $0

Airports Near Arıca

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis 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 Arıca

What is the population of Arıca?

Arıca has a population of 609 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 667.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arıca?

Arıca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

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