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Dikmen, Turkey

Sinop · Turkey

Dikmen is a small city in Sinop, Turkey with a population of 5,492. Elevation: 584 ft (178 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

5,492 Population 18/sq mi density
584 ft Elevation 178 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
53.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Dikmen

Dikmen

Dikmen District is a district of the Sinop Province of Turkey. Its seat is the town of Dikmen. Its area is 411 km2, and its population is 4,711 (2022).

People

Population5,492
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Population5,492
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates41.6500°, 35.2667°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSinop
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,362 mm)
Annual Snowfall66.2 inches (168 cm)

About Dikmen

Dikmen is a small city in Turkey (Sinop) with a population of 5,492. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet (178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Dikmen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°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 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Turkey avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area299.9 sq mi (776.7 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates41.6500°N, 35.2667°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 66.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 100 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 95 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 147 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 132 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 103 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 117 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 115 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 122 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 146 km
May 19, 2006 92 km NE of Sinop, Turkey M4.6 123 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 105 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 79 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 126 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 147 km
Jun 5, 1997 59 km N of Abana, Turkey M4.4 148 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 119 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 124 km
Apr 2, 2010 3 km ESE of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 126 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 120 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 128 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 60,000 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in
March 44°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.6 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Dikmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 40°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (1.2").

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Gas Stations in Dikmen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #8006167540

Airports Near Dikmen

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sinop AirportNOPMedium 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 Dikmen

What is the population of Dikmen?

Dikmen has a population of 5,492 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 299.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dikmen?

Dikmen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°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 53.6 inches, with 66.2 inches of snow.

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