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Fakılar, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Fakılar is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 771. Elevation: 3,497 ft (1,066 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

771 Population 2/sq mi density
3,497 ft Elevation 1,066 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population771
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)
Population771
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)
Coordinates37.1811°, 34.6522°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (544 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.4 inches (26 cm)

About Fakılar

Fakılar is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 771. The city sits at an elevation of 3,497 feet (1,066 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Fakılar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,497 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,497 ft (1,066 m)
Area347.1 sq mi (899.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates37.1811°N, 34.6522°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.4"
44% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 10.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.91"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

188 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 4, 2024.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 67 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 123 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 138 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 69 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 140 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 106 km
Oct 31, 2001 14 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.1 132 km
Jan 3, 1994 3 km SE of Ceyhan, Turkey M5.0 107 km
Feb 10, 1994 6 km S of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.9 107 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 75 km
Mar 5, 2023 7 km SW of Dörtyol, Turkey M4.8 143 km
Jul 30, 1994 15 km NNE of Kadirli, Turkey M4.7 140 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 58 km
May 12, 2000 5 km WSW of Toprakkale, Turkey M4.7 128 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 85 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 76 km
Feb 14, 2014 16 km NW of Denizciler, Turkey M4.7 136 km
Apr 13, 1995 13 km NE of Kadirli, Turkey M4.6 140 km
Feb 25, 2017 6 km W of Toprakkale, Turkey M4.6 127 km
Aug 7, 2024 16 km SSE of Feke, Turkey M4.6 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (108 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 108 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 114 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 151 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 166 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
March 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in Wettest

Fakılar has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Fakılar

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yaren FM folk music, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Tarsus FM country music, musiki MP3 128 kbps
KURAN ve TÜRKÇE MEAL dini, eğitim MP3 64 kbps
Radyo Hayat AAC+ 128 kbps
KENT RADYO MP3 128 kbps
RADYO ÜLKÜ AAC+ 80 kbps
KURAN VE MEAL MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Fakılar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gözne Kalesi

Farmers Markets in Fakılar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ayvagediği Pazar Yeri
Soğucak Pazar Yeri

Stadiums & Teams in Fakılar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Fakılar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adana Şakirpaşa AirportADALarge Airport
Çukurova International AirportCOVLarge Airport
Niğde AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Fakılar

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gaziler Aile Sağlığı Merkezi

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 Fakılar

What is the population of Fakılar?

Fakılar has a population of 771 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 347.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fakılar?

Fakılar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches, with 10.4 inches of snow.

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