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Hemşin, Turkey
Rize Province · Turkey
Hemşin is a small town in Rize Province, Turkey with a population of 2,817. Elevation: 1,001 ft (305 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Hemşin
Hemşin, is a town in Rize Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey, 57 km from the city of Rize. It is the seat of Hemşin District. Its population is 1,472 (2021).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,817 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0478°, 40.8984° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Rize Province |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.1 inches (2,238 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 97.0 inches (246 cm) |
About Hemşin
Hemşin is a small town in Turkey (Rize Province) with a population of 2,817. The city sits at an elevation of 1,001 feet (305 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Hemşin
Hemşin 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Area | 286.9 sq mi (743.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0478°N, 40.8984°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 6.7 in |
Hemşin has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 35°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and April the driest (3.0").
Farmers Markets in Hemşin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KİLPA |
Restaurants in Hemşin
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Hemşin
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport | BUS | Large Airport |
| Rize–Artvin Airport | RZV | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hemşin
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Papager Camii |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hemşin
What is the population of Hemşin?
Hemşin has a population of 2,817 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 286.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hemşin?
Hemşin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 88.1 inches, with 97.0 inches of snow.