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Güneysu, Turkey

Rize Province · Turkey

Güneysu is a small city in Rize Province, Turkey with a population of 5,976. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

5,976 Population 7,863/sq mi density
1,001 ft Elevation 305 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Güneysu

Güneysu

Güneysu is a town in Rize Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey, inland from the city of Rize. It is the seat of Güneysu District. Its population is 8,722 (2021).

People

Population5,976
Density7,863/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Population5,976
Population Density7,863 / sq mi
Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Coordinates40.9813°, 40.6047°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceRize Province
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,180 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Güneysu

Güneysu is a small city in Turkey (Rize Province) with a population of 5,976. The city sits at an elevation of 1,001 feet (305 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 46.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Güneysu

Güneysu has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.4°C), the coldest is Feb (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2296 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.4°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.9° 210.9
Feb 7.2°C / 45°F 3.5° / 10.8° 170.1
Mar 8.8°C / 48°F 5.1° / 12.5° 154.3
Apr 12°C / 54°F 8.4° / 15.6° 93.1
May 16.5°C / 62°F 13° / 20° 93.6
Jun 21°C / 70°F 17.2° / 24.7° 153.0
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 20.3° / 27.3° 154.8
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 20.9° / 27.9° 188.4
Sep 21.4°C / 71°F 17.5° / 25.2° 278.5
Oct 17.6°C / 64°F 13.7° / 21.5° 300.2
Nov 12.6°C / 55°F 8.5° / 16.6° 250.3
Dec 9.2°C / 49°F 5.6° / 12.9° 248.7
Güneysu 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. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,001 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,001 ft (305 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density7,863/sq mi
Coordinates40.9813°N, 40.6047°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.5"
22% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.83"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

61 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 9, 2025.

Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 128 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 118 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 118 km
Jan 29, 1995 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey M5.2 128 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 106 km
Mar 13, 1992 19 km SW of Demirözü, Turkey M4.7 129 km
Apr 1, 2004 6 km E of A?kale, Turkey M4.7 118 km
Jul 20, 1999 5 km E of Erzurum, Turkey M4.5 134 km
Apr 15, 2009 eastern Turkey M4.4 66 km
Jun 20, 2008 16 km NNE of Tirebolu, Turkey M4.4 146 km
Mar 25, 2004 32 km SSE of A?kale, Turkey M4.4 150 km
Feb 8, 2023 18 km SSE of A?kale, Turkey M4.4 137 km
Jul 15, 2019 9 km NW of Narman, Turkey M4.4 118 km
Jan 17, 1993 14 km NE of Uzundere, Turkey M4.3 100 km
Mar 13, 1997 6 km WNW of Otlukbeli, Turkey M4.3 124 km
Jan 17, 2005 1 km ENE of A?kale, Turkey M4.3 118 km
May 25, 2021 12 km E of Otlukbeli, Turkey M4.3 117 km
Jun 11, 2023 21 km NNW of Ilıca, Turkey M4.3 101 km
May 28, 2014 17 km SE of Olur, Turkey M4.3 142 km
Jul 17, 2013 7 km W of Oltu, Turkey M4.3 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.5 in
September 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.8 in Wettest
November 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in

Güneysu has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 36°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and April the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Güneysu

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rize Sosyal Bilimler Lisesi
Güneysu Fen Lisesi
Rize Türk Telekom Güzel Sanatlar Lisesi
İMKB İ.Ö.O
Ulucami İ.Ö.O
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Museums in Güneysu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atatürk Müzesi
Rize Atatürk Evi Müzesi

Farmers Markets in Güneysu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Özgüven

Gas Stations in Güneysu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol Ofisi

Stadiums & Teams in Güneysu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Güneysu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rize–Artvin AirportRZVLarge Airport

Treatment Centers in Güneysu

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Güneysu Rehabilitasyon Merkezi

Churches & Religious Organizations in Güneysu

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ada Camii
Güneysu Merkez Camii
Kaatoz Camii
Kıble Dağı Camii
Köprübaşı Camii
Taş Cami
Teppe Üstü 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 Güneysu

What is the population of Güneysu?

Güneysu has a population of 5,976 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 7,863 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Güneysu?

Güneysu 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. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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