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Güzelyurt, Turkey

Aksaray · Turkey

Güzelyurt is a small town in Aksaray, Turkey with a population of 3,748. Elevation: 4,931 ft (1,503 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3,748 Population 18/sq mi density
4,931 ft Elevation 1,503 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Güzelyurt

Güzelyurt

Güzelyurt District is a district of Aksaray Province of Turkey. Its seat is the town Güzelyurt. Its area is 285 km2, and its population is 10,677 (2021).

People

Population3,748
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,931 ft (1,503 m)
Population3,748
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation4,931 ft (1,503 m)
Coordinates38.2772°, 34.3719°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAksaray
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (363 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)

About Güzelyurt

Güzelyurt is a small town in Turkey (Aksaray) with a population of 3,748. The city sits at an elevation of 4,931 feet (1,503 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Güzelyurt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,931 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,931 ft (1,503 m)
Area213.1 sq mi (552.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates38.2772°N, 34.3719°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
62% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.0 on May 15, 2025.

Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 47 km
May 15, 2025 14 km ENE of Kulu, Turkey M5.0 137 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 143 km
Aug 29, 2023 19 km SW of Kulu, Turkey M4.8 148 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 97 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 88 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 116 km
Apr 23, 2011 18 km ESE of Alada?, Turkey M4.5 139 km
Dec 14, 1998 14 km NNW of Bünyan, Turkey M4.5 146 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 80 km
Jul 24, 2009 14 km NW of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 142 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 48 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 144 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 105 km
Apr 24, 1995 17 km WSW of Karaisal?, Turkey M4.4 132 km
Oct 5, 2012 2 km NE of Kaman, Turkey M4.4 133 km
May 3, 2023 18 km E of Aladağ, Turkey M4.4 133 km
Aug 5, 2010 17 km E of Alada?, Turkey M4.4 134 km
Oct 17, 1990 36 km SE of ?nönü, Turkey M4.3 140 km
Jan 6, 2015 27 km NW of Mersin, Turkey M4.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hasan Dagi (24 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 24 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 36 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 96 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 98 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
July 65°F (19°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in

Güzelyurt has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Güzelyurt

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ihlara Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi
Ihlara Atatürk Ortaokulu
Güzelyurt İmam Hatip Ortaokulu
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Radio Stations near Güzelyurt

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Güzelyurt

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akar Otel
Hotel Karballa
Kapadokus Termal Tatil Köyü
Konaklari Otel
Yeşil Vadi Otel

Restaurants in Güzelyurt

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ailem
Aslan restaurant
Baba Kebab
Belisirma Restaurant
Birolun Yeri
Birolun Yeri
Catlagin Yeri
Diker Çay Bahçesi
Gregorius
Star Restaurant

Monuments in Güzelyurt

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bahattın'ın Samanlığı kilise

Clinics in Güzelyurt

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #695899149

Gas Stations in Güzelyurt

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Opet
Opet
TR #9266878248
TR #9266878249

Airports Near Güzelyurt

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nevşehir Kapadokya AirportNAVLarge Airport
Aksaray AirportSmall Airport
Niğde AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Güzelyurt

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Güzelyurt PTT
PTT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Güzelyurt

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ağaçaltı Kilise
Belisirma Köyü Cami
Çömlekçi Church
Dark Castle Church
Egritas Church
Güzelyurt Kilise Camii
H. Sabri Öğretici Cami
High Church
Ihlara Büyük Cami
Jacinth Church
Karagedik Kilisesi
Kaya Cami
Kokar Kilise
Kömürlü church
Merkez Yukarı Mahalle Cami
Mlscid
Pürenli Seki Kilise
Saint George Church
Sivişli Kilise
Snake Church
St. Epthemios church
St. Panteleimon Church
The Direkli Church
Yukarı Cami

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 Güzelyurt

What is the population of Güzelyurt?

Güzelyurt has a population of 3,748 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 213.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Güzelyurt?

Güzelyurt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

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