Durağan, Turkey

Sinop · Turkey

Durağan is a small city in Sinop, Turkey with a population of 19,650. Elevation: 715 ft (218 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

19,650 Population 41/sq mi density
715 ft Elevation 218 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
23.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population19,650
Density41/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Population19,650
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Coordinates41.4158°, 35.0544°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSinop
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (601 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Durağan

Durağan is a small city in Turkey (Sinop) with a population of 19,650. The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet (218 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Durağan

Durağan has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.3°C), the coldest is Jan (1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.8°C / 35°F -7.6° / 14.1° 65.2
Feb 3.1°C / 38°F -8.2° / 17° 43.7
Mar 5.1°C / 41°F -4.8° / 20.8° 56.8
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F -0.3° / 25.7° 39.7
May 14.6°C / 58°F 2.8° / 29.8° 60.6
Jun 19.5°C / 67°F 10° / 30.7° 73.3
Jul 21.6°C / 71°F 12.5° / 35.1° 33.8
Aug 22.3°C / 72°F 13.7° / 36.2° 27.0
Sep 18.5°C / 65°F 8.8° / 32.8° 46.0
Oct 14.3°C / 58°F 4.9° / 29.5° 50.6
Nov 8.9°C / 48°F -2.5° / 22.6° 48.2
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F -5.5° / 17.4° 58.8
Durağan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area478.0 sq mi (1,238.0 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates41.4158°N, 35.0544°E
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.87"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

131 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 77 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 73 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 121 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 118 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 85 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 81 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 125 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 111 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 126 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 108 km
Jul 21, 2013 8 km SSW of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 133 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 125 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 53 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 97 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 112 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 94 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 93 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 90 km
May 23, 2024 20 km SSE of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 82 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 98 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 - 60,000 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in Wettest

Durağan has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (1.1").

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Gas Stations in Durağan

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #1156494941
TR #1156495745
TR #1157215422

Airports Near Durağan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sinop AirportNOPMedium Airport
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall 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 Durağan

What is the population of Durağan?

Durağan has a population of 19,650 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 478.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Durağan?

Durağan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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