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Boğazkale, Turkey

Çorum · Turkey

Boğazkale is a small town in Çorum, Turkey with a population of 2,477. Elevation: 3,323 ft (1,013 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2,477 Population 5/sq mi density
3,323 ft Elevation 1,013 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Boğazkale

Boğazkale

Boğazkale is a town of Çorum Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey, located 87 kilometres (54 mi) from the city of Çorum. It is the seat of Boğazkale District. Its population is 1,203 (2022). Formerly known as Boğazköy, Boghaz Keui or Boghazköy, this small town sits in a rural area on the road from Çorum to Yozgat. The town consists of 4 quarters: Yekbas, Çarşı, Hattusas and Hisar.

People

Population2,477
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Population2,477
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Coordinates40.0219°, 34.6095°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceÇorum
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (721 mm)
Annual Snowfall26.4 inches (67 cm)

About Boğazkale

Boğazkale is a small town in Turkey (Çorum) with a population of 2,477. The city sits at an elevation of 3,323 feet (1,013 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Boğazkale

Boğazkale has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 590 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.6°C / 31°F -4.6° / 3.3° 81.1
Feb 0.9°C / 34°F -3.8° / 5.6° 53.5
Mar 4.6°C / 40°F -0.6° / 9.8° 75.5
Apr 8.8°C / 48°F 3° / 14.6° 40.6
May 14°C / 57°F 7.9° / 20.2° 70.4
Jun 18°C / 64°F 11.6° / 24.3° 57.1
Jul 20.8°C / 69°F 14.2° / 27.5° 11.4
Aug 21.2°C / 70°F 14.2° / 28.1° 9.1
Sep 17.2°C / 63°F 10.5° / 23.9° 27.5
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 6.3° / 18.7° 39.5
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F 0.7° / 10.9° 51.0
Dec 1.8°C / 35°F -2.2° / 5.7° 72.8
Boğazkale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 329 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 26.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,323 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below Turkey avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,323 ft (1,013 m)
Area477.0 sq mi (1,235.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates40.0219°N, 34.6095°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 26.4"
Wettest Month (May) 2.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 102 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 108 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 114 km
Jul 30, 2005 30 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 57 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 56 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km ENE of Çubuk, Turkey M4.9 128 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 122 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 102 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 74 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 66 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 99 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 121 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 115 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 52 km
Jul 31, 2005 26 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 140 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 145 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 119 km
Jul 31, 2005 27 km WSW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 142 km
Mar 22, 2001 3 km NNW of Orta, Turkey M4.5 147 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 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acigol-Nevsehir (165 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 165 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in
February 33°F (1°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in

Boğazkale has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 33°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (0.5").

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Radio Stations near Boğazkale

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Boğazkale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alacahöyük Museum

Libraries in Boğazkale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kütüphane0.0
Yozgat İl Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Boğazkale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kapalı Pazar Yeri ve Sosyal Tesisi
Pazar Alanı

Hotels in Boğazkale

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baskent

Restaurants in Boğazkale

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hattusa Cafe
Hitit Naturapark Restaurant

Gas Stations in Boğazkale

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #7999575597

Stadiums & Teams in Boğazkale

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Boğazkale

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Hattusha: the Hittite CapitalCultural1986

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Waterfalls
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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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Boğazkale

Hattusha: the Hittite Capital
Cultural · inscribed 1986
The archaeological site of Hattusha, former capital of the Hittite Empire, is notable for its urban organization, the types of construction that have been preserved (temples, royal residences, fortifications), the rich ornamentation of the Lions' Gate and the ...

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 Boğazkale

What is the population of Boğazkale?

Boğazkale has a population of 2,477 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 477.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Boğazkale?

Boğazkale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches, with 26.4 inches of snow.

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