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Ayvacık, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Ayvacık is a small city in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 5,731. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,731 Population 37/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Ayvacık

Ayvacık

Ayvacık is a municipality and district of Samsun Province, Turkey. Its area is 382 km2, and its population is 18,928 (2022). The mayor is Refahittin Şencan (AKP).

People

Population5,731
Density37/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population5,731
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates40.9911°, 36.6314°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayvacık

Ayvacık is a small city in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 5,731. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Ayvacık experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area154.1 sq mi (399.2 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates40.9911°N, 36.6314°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.9"
37% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.64"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 112 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 108 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 126 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 145 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 92 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 81 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 49 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 110 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 82 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 122 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 90 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 83 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 61 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 126 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 130 km
Dec 1, 1996 16 km SSE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.4 83 km
Aug 20, 2025 12 km NNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.4 112 km
Apr 7, 2001 Central Turkey M4.4 129 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 123 km
May 23, 2024 20 km SSE of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 114 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 60,000 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
August 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Ayvacık has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 36°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Ayvacık

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ayvacık Mehmet Akif Ersoy Yatılı Bölge Ortaokulu
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Radio Stations near Ayvacık

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADYO GERÇEK MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ayvacık

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Samsun Graffiti House

Farmers Markets in Ayvacık

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Çarşamba Pazar Alanı

Clinics in Ayvacık

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ayvacık Aile-Toplum Sağlığı Merkezi

Gas Stations in Ayvacık

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #11687493870
TR #2229312065

Stadiums & Teams in Ayvacık

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ayvacık

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Samsun-Çarşamba AirportSZFMedium Airport
Tokat AirportTJKMedium Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ayvacık

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardıç Merkez Camii (eski cami)
Karşıdöngel Camii
Terice Merkez Camii

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Ayvacık

What is the population of Ayvacık?

Ayvacık has a population of 5,731 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 154.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayvacık?

Ayvacık has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches.

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