Sign In Register

Aşağı Karafakılı, Turkey

Hatay · Turkey

Aşağı Karafakılı is a small town in Hatay, Turkey with a population of 1,138. Elevation: 1,142 ft (348 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1,138 Population 5/sq mi density
1,142 ft Elevation 348 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

Discover Aşağı Karafakılı, Turkey

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population1,138
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Population1,138
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Coordinates36.7789°, 36.5578°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceHatay
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (730 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Aşağı Karafakılı

Aşağı Karafakılı is a small town in Turkey (Hatay) with a population of 1,138. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Aşağı Karafakılı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above Turkey avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area247.3 sq mi (640.5 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates36.7789°N, 36.5578°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.7"
24% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

603 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Feb 6, 2023 Pazarcik earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.8 64 km
Feb 6, 2023 Elbistan earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.5 148 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 55 km
Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 112 km
Feb 20, 2023 2 km NNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M6.3 84 km
Feb 6, 2023 4 km NNE of Göksun, Turkey M6.0 142 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 63 km
Jan 22, 1997 11 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.7 80 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 26 km
Feb 20, 2023 9 km WNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.5 89 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 60 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 104 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km S of Ekinözü, Turkey M5.4 147 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 111 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 71 km
Feb 7, 2023 Central Turkey M5.3 129 km
Mar 23, 2023 6 km W of Göksun, Turkey M5.3 138 km
Feb 6, 2023 20 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M5.3 58 km
Jan 22, 1997 9 km NW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.3 75 km
Feb 6, 2023 32 km SW of Pazarc?k, Turkey M5.3 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2023 GULF OF ISKENDERUN Earthquake 0.3 m 56,697 61 km
1872 SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) Earthquake 1,800 72 km
1408 ANTIOCH Eruption + Earthquake 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
June 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
July 83°F (29°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Aşağı Karafakılı has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (0.1").

View full weather details →

Museums in Aşağı Karafakılı

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Yesemek Quarry and Sculpture Workshop

Libraries in Aşağı Karafakılı

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sebiha-Aziz Bali İlçe Kütüphanesi0.0

Airports Near Aşağı Karafakılı

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aleppo International AirportALPLarge Airport
Hatay AirportHTYMedium Airport
Minaq Air BaseSmall Airport
Murshid Sarhan Agricultural AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aşağı Karafakılı

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aşağıkarafakılı Mahallesi Camii

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Aşağı Karafakılı.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Aşağı Karafakılı

What is the population of Aşağı Karafakılı?

Aşağı Karafakılı has a population of 1,138 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 247.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aşağı Karafakılı?

Aşağı Karafakılı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Aşağı Karafakılı with another city: