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Elbistan, Turkey
Kahramanmaraş · Turkey
Elbistan is a mid-size city in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey with a population of 80,456. Elevation: 3,737 ft (1,139 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 80,456 |
| Population Density | 95 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,737 ft (1,139 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.2059°, 37.1983° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kahramanmaraş |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (446 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
About Elbistan
Elbistan is a mid-size city in Turkey (Kahramanmaraş) with a population of 80,456. The city sits at an elevation of 3,737 feet (1,139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Elbistan
Elbistan has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 461 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,737 ft (1,139 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2059°N, 37.1983°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (157 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Erciyes Dagi | Stratovolcano | 3,864 m (12,677 ft) | -6880 | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 2.2 in |
Elbistan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 28°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Elbistan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afşin Meslek Yüksek Okulu | University | — | — |
Schools in Elbistan
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meslek Yüksek Okulu | — | — | — | — |
| Yavuz Selim Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | — | — | — | — |
| Ertuğrul Gazi İlkokulu | — | — | — | — |
| Endüstri Meslek Lisesi | — | — | — | — |
| Özgüven Dershanesi | — | — | — | — |
| Final Dershanesi | — | — | — | — |
| yunus emre ilkokulu | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Elbistan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Açık Pazar Alanı |
Hotels in Elbistan
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Elbistan
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Elbistan
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Elbistan
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Elbistan
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Elbistan
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Elbistan
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Elbistan
32 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Elbistan
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Elbistan
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Elbistan
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kahramanmaraş Airport | KCM | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Elbistan
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Battalgazi Cami | |
| Bilal Habeşi Camii | |
| Cami | |
| Çarşı Atik Camii | |
| Edecik Cami | |
| Ehlibeyt Cami | |
| Elbistan Ulu Cami | |
| Gariplik Cami | |
| Hocazade Cami | |
| Hz. Ali Cami | |
| Kızılcaoba Cami | |
| Kodallı Cami | |
| Kuba Camii | |
| Kümbet Cami | |
| Mescit | |
| Paşalık Cami | |
| Pınarbaşı Cami | |
| Reşit Efendi Cami | |
| Şehit Osman Camii |
Quick Facts
Around Elbistan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Elbistan
7 places within 15 km
- • İzkaftil Höyüğü
- • Karaelbistan Höyüğü
- • Karahöyük
- • Küçük Til Höyüğü
- • Til Höyük
- • Medetsiz Dağı
- • Şar Dağı
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Elbistan
What is the population of Elbistan?
Elbistan has a population of 80,456 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Elbistan?
Elbistan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.