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Bozkurt, Turkey

Kastamonu · Turkey

Bozkurt is a small city in Kastamonu, Turkey with a population of 6,050. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

6,050 Population 1,667/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Bozkurt

Bozkurt

Bozkurt is a town in the Kastamonu Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is the seat of Bozkurt District. Its population is 5,329 (2021). The town lies at an elevation of 252 m (827 ft).

People

Population6,050
Density1,667/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population6,050
Population Density1,667 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates41.9577°, 34.0109°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKastamonu
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (839 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bozkurt

Bozkurt is a small city in Turkey (Kastamonu) with a population of 6,050. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Bozkurt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density1,667/sq mi
Coordinates41.9577°N, 34.0109°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 138 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 70 km
Jul 21, 2013 8 km SSW of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 101 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 146 km
Sep 4, 2014 Central Turkey M4.5 129 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 78 km
Jun 5, 1997 59 km N of Abana, Turkey M4.4 62 km
Apr 1, 2023 16 km NNW of Ilgaz, Turkey M4.3 108 km
Jul 28, 2013 26 km E of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 108 km
Jun 16, 1999 16 km WSW of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 114 km
Mar 27, 2022 17 km NNE of Tosya, Turkey M4.2 89 km
Aug 28, 2000 4 km ENE of Atkaracalar, Turkey M4.1 146 km
Apr 20, 2006 11 km ESE of Amasra, Turkey M4.1 127 km
Jul 22, 2016 34 km N of Sinop, Turkey M4.1 108 km
Apr 17, 2003 25 km NNE of Türkeli, Turkey M4.1 42 km
Feb 24, 2022 33 km NE of Tosya, Turkey M4.1 90 km
Jul 18, 2004 17 km NW of Ilgaz, Turkey M4.1 113 km
Apr 11, 2021 12 km WNW of Laçin, Turkey M4.1 139 km
Dec 19, 1999 Central Turkey M4.0 118 km
Feb 1, 1997 67 km NNE of Do?anyurt, Turkey M4.0 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1968 BLACK SEA Earthquake 3.0 m 24 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Bozkurt has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 36°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Bozkurt

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bozkurt Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi
Bozkurt İmam Hatip Lisesi
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Radio Stations near Bozkurt

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Bozkurt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Şehit Atilla Çıkın Yöresel Pazar Yeri
Yöresel Ürünler Pazarı

Cafes in Bozkurt

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Çınar Kafe
Sınarcık Kafe

Bus Stations in Bozkurt

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bozkurt Şehirlerarası Otobüs Terminali

Gas Stations in Bozkurt

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Moil
Shell

Banks in Bozkurt

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ziraat Bankası

Airports Near Bozkurt

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kastamonu AirportKFSMedium Airport

Post Offices in Bozkurt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PTT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bozkurt

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bozkurt Merkez Camii
Bozkurt Yeni Camii
Cami
Camii
Hasan Bıçakçı Camii
Keşlik Ali Paşa Camii
Sınarcık Camii
Yaşarlı 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 Bozkurt

What is the population of Bozkurt?

Bozkurt has a population of 6,050 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1,667 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bozkurt?

Bozkurt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches.

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