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Ayancık, Turkey

Sinop · Turkey

Ayancık is a small city in Sinop, Turkey with a population of 11,779. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

11,779 Population 37/sq mi density
226 ft Elevation 69 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population11,779
Density37/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Population11,779
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates41.9447°, 34.5861°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSinop
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayancık

Ayancık is a small city in Turkey (Sinop) with a population of 11,779. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Ayancık

Ayancık has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.4°C), the coldest is Feb (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 752 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.4°C / 44°F 0.2° / 15.3° 91.2
Feb 6.3°C / 43°F -0.9° / 16.6° 67.9
Mar 6.9°C / 44°F 0.3° / 19° 76.3
Apr 10.9°C / 52°F 4.9° / 22° 45.6
May 14.7°C / 58°F 7.7° / 26.3° 65.6
Jun 20.2°C / 68°F 14.8° / 26.9° 76.5
Jul 22.8°C / 73°F 18° / 29.3° 39.9
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 19.3° / 30.4° 35.2
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 14.3° / 28° 58.1
Oct 16.8°C / 62°F 10.9° / 26.8° 61.4
Nov 12.6°C / 55°F 5.6° / 22.3° 58.1
Dec 9.3°C / 49°F 2.5° / 18.6° 75.9
Ayancık experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below Turkey avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area314.3 sq mi (813.9 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates41.9447°N, 34.5861°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

77 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.5 on May 12, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 147 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 143 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 144 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 148 km
May 19, 2006 92 km NE of Sinop, Turkey M4.6 134 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 104 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 120 km
Jul 21, 2013 8 km SSW of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 127 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 108 km
Jun 5, 1997 59 km N of Abana, Turkey M4.4 84 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 125 km
Apr 1, 2023 16 km NNW of Ilgaz, Turkey M4.3 132 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 147 km
Jan 12, 1998 7 km SSE of Gümü?hac?köy, Turkey M4.2 138 km
Jun 16, 1999 16 km WSW of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 127 km
Jul 28, 2013 26 km E of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 105 km
Mar 27, 2022 17 km NNE of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 95 km
Jul 22, 2016 34 km N of Sinop, Turkey M4.1 68 km
Jul 18, 2004 17 km NW of Ilgaz, Turkey M4.1 139 km
Feb 24, 2022 33 km NE of Tosya, Turkey M4.1 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Ayancık has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 39°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Ayancık

Institution Type Founded Website
Ayancık Meslek Yüksekokulu University - ,

Schools in Ayancık

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Avukat Hasan Hüsnü Kılıç İlkokulu - - - -
Yunus Emre Ortaokulu - - - -
Ayancık Endüstri Meslek Lisesi - - - -
Farabi Mesleki Teknik ve Anadolu Lisesi - - - -
İnönü Ortaokulu - - - -
Ayancık Ticaret Meslek Lisesi - - - -
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Libraries in Ayancık

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ayancık Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Restaurants in Ayancık

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Firuze

Clinics in Ayancık

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ayancık Toplum Sağlığı Merkezi

Bus Stations in Ayancık

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #276981304

Gas Stations in Ayancık

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Opet Ayancık
TR #6877645112
TR #8364215267

Gyms in Ayancık

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #276981303

Airports Near Ayancık

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sinop AirportNOPMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ayancık

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Köprübaşı 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ayancık

What is the population of Ayancık?

Ayancık has a population of 11,779 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayancık?

Ayancık has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

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