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Hocalar, Turkey

Afyonkarahisar Province · Turkey

Hocalar is a small town in Afyonkarahisar Province, Turkey with a population of 2,588. Elevation: 3,527 ft (1,075 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,588 Population 12/sq mi density
3,527 ft Elevation 1,075 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
23.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Hocalar

Hocalar is a town of Afyonkarahisar Province in the Aegean region of Turkey. It is the seat of Hocalar District. Its population is 2,216 (2021). The mayor is Ali Arslan (AKP).

People

Population2,588
Density12/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation3,527 ft (1,075 m)
Population2,588
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation3,527 ft (1,075 m)
Coordinates38.5782°, 29.9677°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAfyonkarahisar Province
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation23.0 inches (585 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)

About Hocalar

Hocalar is a small town in Turkey (Afyonkarahisar Province) with a population of 2,588. The city sits at an elevation of 3,527 feet (1,075 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Hocalar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,527 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,527 ft (1,075 m)
Area214.5 sq mi (555.5 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates38.5782°N, 29.9677°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.0"
39% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,665 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 10, 2025.

Feb 3, 2002 5 km NE of Sultanda??, Turkey M6.5 113 km
Oct 1, 1995 2 km W of Dinar, Turkey M6.4 59 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km WNW of Çay, Turkey M6.0 81 km
Dec 15, 2000 12 km NNW of Ak?ehir, Turkey M6.0 121 km
Aug 8, 2019 9 km ESE of Baklan, Turkey M5.9 75 km
May 19, 2011 12 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.8 98 km
Mar 20, 2019 16 km E of Ac?payam, Turkey M5.7 136 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km ENE of I??klar, Turkey M5.5 80 km
Apr 21, 2000 10 km NNE of Honaz, Turkey M5.5 99 km
Jul 23, 2003 14 km N of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 107 km
Jul 26, 2003 8 km ESE of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 110 km
Feb 3, 2002 4 km WNW of Sultanda??, Turkey M5.3 106 km
Apr 4, 1998 4 km N of Dinar, Turkey M5.3 56 km
May 3, 2012 13 km NE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 101 km
Jan 21, 1997 10 km NNW of Akköy, Turkey M5.2 101 km
Feb 17, 2009 5 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 100 km
Mar 31, 2019 9 km NNE of Ac?payam, Turkey M5.1 130 km
Apr 10, 2007 15 km SSW of Gelendost, Turkey M5.1 105 km
Aug 31, 2021 19 km W of ?hsaniye, Turkey M5.1 55 km
Aug 24, 2014 9 km ENE of A?lasun, Turkey M5.1 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (126 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 126 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Hocalar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and August the driest (0.6").

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Farmers Markets in Hocalar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cumartesi Pazarı
Salı Pazarı

Gas Stations in Hocalar

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Milangaz
Termo
TR #2201685871

Airports Near Hocalar

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Afyon Air BaseAFYMedium Airport
Süleyman Demirel International AirportISEMedium Airport
Uşak AirportUSQMedium Airport
Isparta/Kilic Airport-Small Airport
Zafer AirportKZRSmall Airport

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 Hocalar

What is the population of Hocalar?

Hocalar has a population of 2,588 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 214.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hocalar?

Hocalar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.0 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

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