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Balya, Turkey
Balıkesir · Turkey
Balya is a small town in Balıkesir, Turkey with a population of 1,765. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balya
Balya is a municipality and district of Balıkesir Province, Turkey. Its area is 797 km2, and its population is 12,451 (2022). The mayor is Orhan Gaga (CHP).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,765 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7486°, 27.5789° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Balıkesir |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.8 inches (705 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balya
Balya is a small town in Turkey (Balıkesir) with a population of 1,765. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet (221 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Balya
Balya has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 562 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 307.7 sq mi (797.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7486°N, 27.5789°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1509 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 5,000 | 125 km |
| 1894 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | 4.5 m | 1,349 | 134 km |
| 1912 | MARMARA SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.7 m | 2,800 | 116 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 149 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 139 km |
| 2025 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 130 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 89 km |
| 1935 | MARMARA SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 5 | 98 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 118 km |
| 1343 | MARMARA SEA, STRAIT OF BOSPORUS | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
| 1265 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 557 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
| 543 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
Balya has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Balya
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şamile Altıntaş İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Zübeyde Hanım Bölge Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balya
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Türkü Radyo | türkü radyo | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Balya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akbaş Köyü Etnografya Müzesi |
Libraries in Balya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| İvrindi Millet Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivrindi Market Area | |||||
| Kapalı Pazar Yeri |
Cafes in Balya
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Balya
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balya
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balya
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balya
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport | EDO | Large Airport |
| Balıkesir Airport | BZI | Medium Airport |
| Bandırma Airport | BDM | Medium Airport |
| Fly Pergamon Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Reşadiye Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Balya
What is the population of Balya?
Balya has a population of 1,765 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 307.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balya?
Balya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches.