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Gülnar, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Gülnar is a small city in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 12,385. Elevation: 3,205 ft (977 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,385 Population 17/sq mi density
3,205 ft Elevation 977 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population12,385
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation3,205 ft (977 m)
Population12,385
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation3,205 ft (977 m)
Coordinates36.3415°, 33.3992°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (656 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gülnar

Gülnar is a small city in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 12,385. The city sits at an elevation of 3,205 feet (977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Gülnar

Gülnar has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 718 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.2°C / 36°F -8.1° / 12.4° 205.5
Feb 3°C / 37°F -8.4° / 15.5° 82.7
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F -4.6° / 18.6° 71.3
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F -0.5° / 25° 26.8
May 16.7°C / 62°F 3.5° / 31.5° 20.3
Jun 22.1°C / 72°F 9.9° / 35.2° 9.7
Jul 26°C / 79°F 14.1° / 37.7° 1.3
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 15.2° / 38.6° 2.6
Sep 21.8°C / 71°F 9.6° / 34.5° 9.0
Oct 16.3°C / 61°F 5.3° / 30.4° 16.1
Nov 9.7°C / 49°F -1.2° / 22.3° 95.1
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F -3.8° / 15.8° 177.5
Gülnar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,205 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Turkey avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,205 ft (977 m)
Area716.2 sq mi (1,855.0 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates36.3415°N, 33.3992°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 5, 2025.

Dec 5, 1991 47 km SSW of Mahmutlar, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Jan 21, 2021 1 km NE of Pérgamos, Cyprus M5.0 147 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 143 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 98 km
Jun 19, 2014 55 km SSW of Gazipa?a, Turkey M4.5 134 km
Nov 7, 2009 49 km WSW of Gazipa?a, Turkey M4.5 144 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 109 km
Oct 23, 2013 26 km SE of K?zkalesi, Turkey M4.5 85 km
Jan 3, 2025 10 km SW of Alanya, Turkey M4.5 132 km
Feb 14, 1995 29 km NNW of Rizokárpaso, Cyprus M4.4 97 km
Sep 2, 2001 8 km NNW of Famagusta, Cyprus M4.4 135 km
Sep 25, 2001 26 km S of Gazipa?a, Turkey M4.4 103 km
Sep 1, 2001 4 km NW of Áchna, Cyprus M4.4 144 km
Oct 7, 1991 10 km SW of Tarsus, Turkey M4.4 139 km
Jan 13, 2017 48 km NNW of Káto Pýrgos, Cyprus M4.4 126 km
Mar 30, 2025 3 km N of Avsallar, Turkey M4.4 150 km
Apr 16, 2005 14 km WNW of Káto Pýrgos, Cyprus M4.3 145 km
Jun 5, 2025 52 km SSW of Gazipaşa, Turkey M4.3 124 km
Sep 3, 1991 41 km SW of Mahmutlar, Turkey M4.3 144 km
Oct 17, 1990 36 km SE of ?nönü, Turkey M4.3 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (149 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 149 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
March 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
June 71°F (21°C) 0.6 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 5.0 in

Gülnar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Gülnar

Institution Type Founded Website
Gülnar Meslek Yüksek Okulu University - ,

Schools in Gülnar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Atatürk İ.Ö.O. - - - -
Gülnar Çok Programlı Lisesi - - - -
Gülnar İmam-Hatip Lisesi - - - -
Atatürk Orta Okulu - - - -
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Libraries in Gülnar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aydıncık Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Cafes in Gülnar

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Menekşe Mağarası

Castles in Gülnar

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meydancık Kalesi

Clinics in Gülnar

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gülnar Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Gülnar Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Sağlık Grup Amirliği
Sağlık Grup Amirliği

Veterinaries in Gülnar

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #1276322774

Gas Stations in Gülnar

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #6484066370
TR #6665042919
TR #7968263258
Türkiye Petrolleri

Banks in Gülnar

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Denizbank
Ziraat Bankası

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gülnar

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akdeniz Mahallesi Camii
Alibey Camii
Ayvalı Mahallesi Camii
Ayvalı Mahallesi Yeni Camii
Bozağaç Mahallesi Camii
Emirhacı Mahallesi Camii
Hacı Ahmet Mert Camii
Hacı Bekir Pınar Camii
Hacıpınarı Nur Camii
Merkez Camii
Nişancılar Camii
Saray Camii
Yenisaray Camii

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 Gülnar

What is the population of Gülnar?

Gülnar has a population of 12,385 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 716.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gülnar?

Gülnar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.

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