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Boğazkaya, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Boğazkaya is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 302. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

302 Population 2,517/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population302
Density2,517/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population302
Population Density2,517 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates41.4500°, 35.8667°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.6 inches (35 cm)

About Boğazkaya

Boğazkaya is a small town in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 302. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Boğazkaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 273 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 13.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Turkey avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,517/sq mi
Coordinates41.4500°N, 35.8667°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

115 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.5 on May 12, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 89 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 83 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 139 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 100 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 122 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 74 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 90 km
May 19, 2006 92 km NE of Sinop, Turkey M4.6 133 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 92 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 83 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 67 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 96 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 132 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 112 km
Jun 3, 1993 6 km ESE of Ladik, Turkey M4.3 62 km
May 23, 2024 20 km SSE of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 94 km
Jun 3, 2020 14 km SW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 140 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 128 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 84 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 136 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 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Boğazkaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 40°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Boğazkaya

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADYO GERÇEK MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Boğazkaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Doğal Köy Ürünleri Pazar

Gas Stations in Boğazkaya

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #8324093430

Stadiums & Teams in Boğazkaya

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Ski Resorts Near Boğazkaya

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Boğazkaya

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Samsun-Çarşamba AirportSZFMedium Airport
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis AirportSmall Airport

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 Boğazkaya

What is the population of Boğazkaya?

Boğazkaya has a population of 302 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2,517 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Boğazkaya?

Boğazkaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow.

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