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Atakent, Kazakhstan
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Atakent is a small city in Turkistan, Kazakhstan with a population of 12,895. Elevation: 863 ft (263 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Atakent
Atakent is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Silifke, Mersin Province, Turkey. Its population is 8,195 (2022). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde).
People
Climate
| Population | 12,895 |
| Population Density | 2,514 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8478°, 68.5064° |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
| Country | 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan |
| State / Province | Turkistan |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.0 inches (329 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.7 inches (4 cm) |
About Atakent
Atakent is a small city in Kazakhstan (Turkistan) with a population of 12,895. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet (263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.
Climate in Atakent
Atakent has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Kazakhstan avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,514/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8478°N, 68.5064°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in |
Atakent has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 33°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Atakent
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №12 им. Комарова | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №10 им. Сатпаева | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №13 им. Бапышева | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Atakent
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zhetisai | |||||
| Айегрим | |||||
| Базар Ескі | |||||
| Жана Базар | |||||
| Железнодорожный вещевой рынок | |||||
| Железнодорожный продуктовый рынок | |||||
| Кулпаршын | |||||
| Кулпаршын базары | |||||
| Рынок | |||||
| САПАР БАЗАР | |||||
| САПАР-БАЗАР | |||||
| Янги Чиназкий рыбный рынок |
Hotels in Atakent
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Atakent
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Atakent
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Atakent
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atakent
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Atakent
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Atakent
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Atakent
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aranchi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chardara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chinaz Highway Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Malekskaya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pakhtakor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Syrdarya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Syrdarya Highway Southwest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atakent
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ақ Мешіт | |
| Бірлік мешіті | |
| Ибраева Канаевский |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kazakhstan
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Atakent?
Atakent has a population of 12,895 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 2,514 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atakent?
Atakent enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow.