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Gömeç, Turkey
Balıkesir · Turkey
Gömeç is a small town in Balıkesir, Turkey with a population of 4,380. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gömeç
Gömeç is a municipality and district of Balıkesir Province, Turkey. Its area is 171 km2, and its population is 16,880 (2022). Its former name was Armutova before becoming a district. The ancient city Kisthene is located in Gömeç. Current mayor's name is Melih Bagci (CHP).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,380 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3902°, 26.8413° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Balıkesir |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.6 inches (675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gömeç
Gömeç is a small town in Turkey (Balıkesir) with a population of 4,380. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 66.0 sq mi (171.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3902°N, 26.8413°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 81 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 66 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 26 km |
| 1935 | MARMARA SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 5 | 146 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 44 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 111 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 120 km |
| 543 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 130 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
Gömeç has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Gömeç
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmet Karakaş İ.Ö.O. | - | - | - | - |
| 6 Eylül Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Mustafa Güvenç Aldemir İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ulubeyler Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmet Tulun Himam İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Gömeç Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Burhaniye Ticaret Odası Özel Eğitim Uygulama Okulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gömeç
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batı Radyo | classical | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 105FM (GR) | antifa news, electronic | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Gömeç
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adatepe Olive Oil Museum | ||||
| Alibey Kudar Etnografya Müzesi | ||||
| Ayşe Sıdıka Erke Etnografya Müzesi | ||||
| Ayvalık Anadolu Uygarlıkları Sergisi | ||||
| Bizimköy Hareketli Etnoğrafya Galerisi | ||||
| İda Madra Geoparkı | ||||
| Kuvayi Milliye Kültür Müzesi | ||||
| Rahmi M. Koç Müzesi (Taksiyarhis Kilisesi) | ||||
| Taxiarchis Church (Museum) |
Libraries in Gömeç
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayvalık İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Edremit İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Güre Özel Gülen Güray Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Sevim And Necdet Kent Library, Agios Yaninis Kilisesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gömeç
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altınova Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Armutçuk Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Burhaniye Sebze Pazarı | |||||
| Dilara Bal Evi Doğal Köy Ürünleri | |||||
| Güre Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Küçükhan Ayvalık | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Öğretmenler Mahallesi Halk pazarı | |||||
| Sarımsaklı Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Sunday market |
Restaurants in Gömeç
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gömeç
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gömeç
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gömeç
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gömeç
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gömeç
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport | EDO | Large Airport |
| Çanakkale Airport | CKZ | Medium Airport |
| Mytilene International Airport | MJT | Medium Airport |
| Assos Aviation Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fly Pergamon Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| MANHAT Sportif Havaalanı | - | Small Airport |
| Sarımsaklı Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gömeç
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gömeç
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ağacık Köyü Camii | |
| Cami | |
| Gömeç Çarşı Cami | |
| Hz. Hatice Cami | |
| Keremköy Cami | |
| Yaya Mahallesi Cami | |
| Yeni Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gömeç
What is the population of Gömeç?
Gömeç has a population of 4,380 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 66.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gömeç?
Gömeç enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.