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Çay, Turkey
Afyonkarahisar Province · Turkey
Çay is a mid-size city in Afyonkarahisar Province, Turkey with a population of 34,215. Elevation: 3,409 ft (1,039 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 34,215 |
| Population Density | 102 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5917°, 31.0286° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Afyonkarahisar Province |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.1 inches (486 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.4 inches (16 cm) |
About Çay
Çay is a mid-size city in Turkey (Afyonkarahisar Province) with a population of 34,215. The city sits at an elevation of 3,409 feet (1,039 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Çay
Çay has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (23.5°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 424 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 334.8 sq mi (867.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5917°N, 31.0286°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
Çay has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.5").
Schools in Çay
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Gazi Mustafa Kemal Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çay Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Çay Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Çay İmkb Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Kurtuluş İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çağlayan İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çay Nene Hatun Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Cengiz Karataş İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çay İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çay Gevher Nesibe Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Çay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pazar Yeri |
Hotels in Çay
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Çay
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Çay
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Çay
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Çay
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Çay
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Afyon Air Base | AFY | Medium Airport |
| Süleyman Demirel International Airport | ISE | Medium Airport |
| Isparta/Kilic Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sivrihisar Aviation Center | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Çay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sultan Alaaddin Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Çay
What is the population of Çay?
Çay has a population of 34,215 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 334.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Çay?
Çay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 6.4 inches of snow.