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Çakıralan, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Çakıralan is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 334. Elevation: 3,228 ft (984 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

334 Population 1/sq mi density
3,228 ft Elevation 984 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population334
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation3,228 ft (984 m)
Population334
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,228 ft (984 m)
Coordinates41.1682°, 35.7602°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,041 mm)
Annual Snowfall43.6 inches (111 cm)

About Çakıralan

Çakıralan is a small town in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 334. The city sits at an elevation of 3,228 feet (984 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Çakıralan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 293 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 41.0 inches. The area receives 43.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,228 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,228 ft (984 m)
Area297.7 sq mi (771.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates41.1682°N, 35.7602°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 43.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.50"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.90"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

128 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 58 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 52 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 132 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 107 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 69 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 95 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 49 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 59 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 129 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 61 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 58 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 39 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 65 km
Apr 7, 2001 Central Turkey M4.4 124 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 81 km
Aug 20, 2025 12 km NNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.4 121 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 105 km
May 23, 2024 20 km SSE of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 62 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 57 km
Jun 3, 2020 14 km SW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 111 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 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
February 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
August 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Çakıralan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in February to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Çakıralan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ambarköy Open Air Museum

Ski Resorts Near Çakıralan

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Çakıralan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis Airport-Small 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 Çakıralan

What is the population of Çakıralan?

Çakıralan has a population of 334 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 297.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Çakıralan?

Çakıralan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 43.6 inches of snow.

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