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Bor, Turkey

Niğde Province · Turkey

Bor is a mid-size city in Niğde Province, Turkey with a population of 32,435. Elevation: 3,661 ft (1,116 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

32,435 Population 38/sq mi density
3,661 ft Elevation 1,116 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population32,435
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Population32,435
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Coordinates37.8906°, 34.5589°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceNiğde Province
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (364 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.2 inches (11 cm)

About Bor

Bor is a mid-size city in Turkey (Niğde Province) with a population of 32,435. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet (1,116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Bor

Bor has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.4°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 348 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.8°C / 33°F -4° / 5.5° 34.6
Feb 1.8°C / 35°F -3.3° / 6.9° 32.1
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 0.6° / 11.9° 39.2
Apr 11.2°C / 52°F 5° / 17.3° 42.1
May 15.6°C / 60°F 9° / 22.2° 43.5
Jun 20°C / 68°F 13° / 26.9° 27.8
Jul 23.4°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.7° 5.3
Aug 23.1°C / 74°F 15.7° / 30.5° 6.2
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 11.3° / 26.3° 12.1
Oct 13.6°C / 56°F 6.9° / 20.2° 29.8
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 1.5° / 13.6° 32.7
Dec 3.3°C / 38°F -1.7° / 8.3° 42.9
Bor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Area865.0 sq mi (2,240.4 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates37.8906°N, 34.5589°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
62% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.05"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

152 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 131 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 127 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 132 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 51 km
May 21, 2023 15 km ESE of Saimbeyli, Turkey M4.9 149 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 113 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 124 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 81 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 104 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 130 km
Aug 7, 2024 16 km SSE of Feke, Turkey M4.6 125 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 129 km
Jan 9, 2024 17 km SE of Saimbeyli, Turkey M4.5 147 km
Jun 29, 2011 7 km SE of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 128 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 113 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 59 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 51 km
Jul 24, 2009 14 km NW of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 107 km
Apr 23, 2011 18 km ESE of Alada?, Turkey M4.5 102 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hasan Dagi (43 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 43 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 72 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 88 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 105 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Wettest
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
July 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in

Bor has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.1") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Bor

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bor M.Y.O. - - - -
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Museums in Bor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gumusler Monastery
Nigde Archeological Museum
Niğde Belediyesi Kültürevi

Libraries in Bor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kütüphane0.0

Train Stations in Bor

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bor

Bus Stations in Bor

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bor Otogar

Gas Stations in Bor

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Opet Bor
TR #2222953802
TR #4944789332
TR #5484215555
TR #5484215560
TR #8006738443
TR #9051348105
TR #9051348106

Airports Near Bor

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niğde Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bor

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abdurrahman Paşa Camii
Ermeni Kilisesi
Recep Ağa Camii
Sokullu Mehmet Paşa Camii
TOKİ Cami

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 Bor

What is the population of Bor?

Bor has a population of 32,435 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 865.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bor?

Bor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

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