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Biga, Turkey
Canakkale · Turkey
Biga is a mid-size city in Canakkale, Turkey with a population of 61,066. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 61,066 |
| Population Density | 117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2281°, 27.2422° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Canakkale |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.9 inches (683 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Biga
Biga is a mid-size city in Turkey (Canakkale) with a population of 61,066. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Biga
Biga has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 571 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 522.8 sq mi (1,354.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2281°N, 27.2422°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 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 | 96 km |
| 1894 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | 4.5 m | 1,349 | 130 km |
| 1912 | MARMARA SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.7 m | 2,800 | 57 km |
| 2025 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 102 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 98 km |
| 1935 | MARMARA SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 5 | 47 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 135 km |
| 1343 | MARMARA SEA, STRAIT OF BOSPORUS | Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
| 1265 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 54 km |
| 557 | MARMARA SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 81 km |
| 543 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 48 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Biga has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Biga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biga İktisadi ve İdari Bilimler Fakültesi Prof. Dr. Ramazan AYDIN Yerleşkesi | University | - | Visit → |
| Çan Meslek Yüksekokulu | University | - | , |
| Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart Üniversitesi Biga Kampüsü | College | - | , |
Schools in Biga
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Özel İdare Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| TOKİ Hasan Tahsin Günay İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Diyarbakırlı Ekrem Ergün İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| İÇDAŞ Biga Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Hamdi Bey Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Biga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Çan Kapalı Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Pazar Yeri |
Hotels in Biga
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Biga
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Biga
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Biga
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Biga
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 |
| Keşan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Biga
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Çarşı Camii | |
| Fatih Camii | |
| Kurşunlu Cami | |
| Murat Başarı Cami | |
| Yeşil Ada Cami |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Biga
3 places within 15 km
- • Kokarca Tepesi
- • Sivriçal Tepesi
- • Taş Tepe
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Biga
What is the population of Biga?
Biga has a population of 61,066 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 522.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Biga?
Biga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.