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Bektaş, Turkey

Afyonkarahisar Province · Turkey

Bektaş is a small town in Afyonkarahisar Province, Turkey with a population of 755. Elevation: 4,094 ft (1,248 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

755 Population 2/sq mi density
4,094 ft Elevation 1,248 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population755
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Population755
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Coordinates38.4356°, 30.3378°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAfyonkarahisar Province
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)

About Bektaş

Bektaş is a small town in Turkey (Afyonkarahisar Province) with a population of 755. The city sits at an elevation of 4,094 feet (1,248 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Bektaş experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 66°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 area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,094 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,094 ft (1,248 m)
Area472.2 sq mi (1,222.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.4356°N, 30.3378°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.9"
37% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,542 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M3.8 on May 3, 2025.

Feb 3, 2002 5 km NE of Sultanda??, Turkey M6.5 83 km
Oct 1, 1995 2 km W of Dinar, Turkey M6.4 45 km
Dec 15, 2000 12 km NNW of Ak?ehir, Turkey M6.0 88 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km WNW of Çay, Turkey M6.0 54 km
Aug 8, 2019 9 km ESE of Baklan, Turkey M5.9 79 km
May 19, 2011 12 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.8 133 km
Mar 20, 2019 16 km E of Ac?payam, Turkey M5.7 134 km
Apr 21, 2000 10 km NNE of Honaz, Turkey M5.5 110 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km ENE of I??klar, Turkey M5.5 55 km
Jul 23, 2003 14 km N of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 133 km
Jul 26, 2003 8 km ESE of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 132 km
Apr 4, 1998 4 km N of Dinar, Turkey M5.3 40 km
Feb 3, 2002 4 km WNW of Sultanda??, Turkey M5.3 75 km
Feb 17, 2009 5 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 135 km
May 3, 2012 13 km NE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 136 km
Jan 21, 1997 10 km NNW of Akköy, Turkey M5.2 122 km
Mar 31, 2019 9 km NNE of Ac?payam, Turkey M5.1 133 km
Apr 10, 2007 15 km SSW of Gelendost, Turkey M5.1 70 km
Aug 31, 2021 19 km W of ?hsaniye, Turkey M5.1 69 km
Aug 24, 2014 9 km ENE of A?lasun, Turkey M5.1 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (159 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 159 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Bektaş has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 28°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.6").

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Farmers Markets in Bektaş

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kızılören Belediyesi Kapalı Pazar Alanı

Stadiums & Teams in Bektaş

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bektaş

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Davraz Kayak Merkezi 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bektaş

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Afyon Air BaseAFYMedium Airport
Çardak AirportDNZMedium Airport
Süleyman Demirel International AirportISEMedium Airport
Çardak Highway StripSmall Airport
Isparta AirportSmall Airport
Isparta/Kilic AirportSmall Airport
Zafer AirportKZRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bektaş

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bekteş Köyü 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 Bektaş

What is the population of Bektaş?

Bektaş has a population of 755 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 472.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bektaş?

Bektaş has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

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