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Gürgencik, Turkey

Artvin · Turkey

Gürgencik is a small town in Artvin, Turkey with a population of 988. Elevation: 1,617 ft (493 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

988 Population 6/sq mi density
1,617 ft Elevation 493 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
47.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population988
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Population988
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Coordinates41.2876°, 41.3372°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceArtvin
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.4 inches (1,203 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.1 inches (31 cm)

About Gürgencik

Gürgencik is a small town in Turkey (Artvin) with a population of 988. The city sits at an elevation of 1,617 feet (493 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Gürgencik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,617 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Area175.8 sq mi (455.4 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates41.2876°N, 41.3372°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 12.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.28"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 1, 2023.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 134 km
Dec 23, 2012 45 km SW of Och’amch’ire, Georgia M5.7 128 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 145 km
Dec 25, 2012 50 km SSW of Dranda, Georgia M5.2 131 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 133 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 148 km
Mar 15, 2022 20 km ESE of Vani, Georgia M4.7 144 km
Dec 5, 1999 14 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.6 120 km
Mar 18, 2000 9 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 122 km
Mar 20, 2000 15 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 131 km
Dec 3, 1999 24 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M4.6 136 km
Feb 17, 2007 5 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 122 km
May 28, 1996 17 km ENE of Ozurgeti, Georgia M4.5 107 km
Dec 23, 1998 11 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.5 121 km
Aug 20, 2001 14 km NNW of Horasan, Turkey M4.5 141 km
Aug 18, 2002 3 km NW of Göle, Turkey M4.4 116 km
Jan 7, 1993 23 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.4 126 km
Apr 15, 2009 eastern Turkey M4.4 119 km
Feb 11, 2023 Georgia-Turkey border region M4.4 100 km
Jul 15, 2019 9 km NW of Narman, Turkey M4.4 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (199 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in Driest
April 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 5.3 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
December 33°F (1°C) 4.9 in

Gürgencik has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 30°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and March the driest (2.8").

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Radio Stations near Gürgencik

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADYO 08 - AAC+ 96 kbps
რადიო აჭარა (Radio Adjara) (GE) - MP3

Museums in Gürgencik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dikyamaç Yaşam Tarzı Müzesi
Lazetian Ethnographic Museum

Farmers Markets in Gürgencik

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
KİLPA

Stadiums & Teams in Gürgencik

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gürgencik

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexander Kartveli Batumi International AirportBUSLarge Airport
Rize–Artvin AirportRZVLarge Airport
Ozurgeti Air Base-Medium Airport
Kobuleti Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gürgencik

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Armoni Camii
Kavak Köyü Camii
Yukarı Şahinler 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 Gürgencik

What is the population of Gürgencik?

Gürgencik has a population of 988 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 175.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gürgencik?

Gürgencik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 12.1 inches of snow.

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