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Arıkaya, Turkey

Denizli · Turkey

Arıkaya is a small town in Denizli, Turkey with a population of 592. Elevation: 4,209 ft (1,283 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

592 Population 4/sq mi density
4,209 ft Elevation 1,283 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population592
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation4,209 ft (1,283 m)
Population592
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,209 ft (1,283 m)
Coordinates36.9701°, 29.3573°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDenizli
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (638 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)

About Arıkaya

Arıkaya is a small town in Turkey (Denizli) with a population of 592. The city sits at an elevation of 4,209 feet (1,283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Arıkaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,209 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below Turkey avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,209 ft (1,283 m)
Area162.1 sq mi (419.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates36.9701°N, 29.3573°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.41"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,803 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M5.8 on Jun 2, 2025.

Oct 1, 1995 2 km W of Dinar, Turkey M6.4 140 km
Jun 10, 2012 28 km SW of Ölüdeniz, Turkey M6.0 75 km
Aug 8, 2019 9 km ESE of Baklan, Turkey M5.9 112 km
Jan 23, 2005 45 km S of Ka?, Turkey M5.8 133 km
Jun 2, 2025 8 km SSW of İçmeler, Turkey M5.8 107 km
Mar 20, 2019 16 km E of Ac?payam, Turkey M5.7 51 km
Aug 4, 2004 15 km NE of Datça, Turkey M5.6 138 km
Apr 26, 1996 8 km SW of Kremastí, Greece M5.5 135 km
Jul 18, 1990 4 km E of Alt?nyayla, Turkey M5.5 21 km
Jan 10, 2005 23 km SE of Güvercinlik, Turkey M5.5 138 km
Apr 21, 2000 10 km NNE of Honaz, Turkey M5.5 97 km
Nov 13, 1994 20 km NNE of Göcek, Turkey M5.4 27 km
Jul 26, 2003 8 km ESE of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 123 km
Jul 23, 2003 14 km N of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 141 km
Jun 28, 2020 5 km SSE of ?çmeler, Turkey M5.4 102 km
Jan 30, 2005 43 km S of Ka?, Turkey M5.3 132 km
Aug 4, 2004 16 km NE of Datça, Turkey M5.3 137 km
Aug 26, 1993 17 km WSW of ?çmeler, Turkey M5.3 119 km
Apr 4, 1998 4 km N of Dinar, Turkey M5.3 144 km
Aug 4, 2004 18 km NE of Datça, Turkey M5.2 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2002 DODECANESE ISLANDS Unknown 4.0 m 118 km
1851 ASIA MINOR Earthquake 1.8 m 86 km
1851 FETIYE, ASIA MINOR Earthquake 0.6 m 61 km
1741 ISLAND OF RHODES Earthquake 115 km
558 DODECANESE ISLANDS Earthquake 148 km
142 DODECANESE ISLANDS Earthquake 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 4.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.1 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in

Arıkaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 33°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (0.5").

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Farmers Markets in Arıkaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gölhisar Kapalı Pazar Alanı

Airports Near Arıkaya

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dalaman International AirportDLMLarge 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 Arıkaya

What is the population of Arıkaya?

Arıkaya has a population of 592 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 162.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arıkaya?

Arıkaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

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