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Ilgaz, Turkey

Çankırı · Turkey

Ilgaz is a small city in Çankırı, Turkey with a population of 12,963. Elevation: 3,064 ft (934 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,963 Population 37/sq mi density
3,064 ft Elevation 934 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population12,963
Density37/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation3,064 ft (934 m)
Population12,963
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation3,064 ft (934 m)
Coordinates40.9251°, 33.6259°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceÇankırı
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (518 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)

About Ilgaz

Ilgaz is a small city in Turkey (Çankırı) with a population of 12,963. The city sits at an elevation of 3,064 feet (934 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Ilgaz

Ilgaz has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 497 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.3°C / 28°F -12° / 8.4° 41.1
Feb -0.6°C / 31°F -11.7° / 12.1° 35.0
Mar 1.7°C / 35°F -8.2° / 16.2° 51.3
Apr 7.6°C / 46°F -3.9° / 21.4° 39.0
May 12.4°C / 54°F -1.6° / 27.4° 64.1
Jun 17°C / 63°F 6.4° / 29.5° 81.8
Jul 19.3°C / 67°F 7.9° / 33.5° 27.8
Aug 20.8°C / 69°F 9.7° / 35.3° 24.4
Sep 16.4°C / 61°F 4.2° / 30° 33.9
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 0.9° / 25.6° 25.2
Nov 5.4°C / 42°F -5.3° / 18.7° 31.9
Dec 0.9°C / 34°F -8.7° / 12.5° 41.5
Ilgaz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,064 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,064 ft (934 m)
Area346.8 sq mi (898.1 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates40.9251°N, 33.6259°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 5.9"
Wettest Month (May) 2.91"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

238 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 6, 2000 12 km NW of Orta, Turkey M6.0 59 km
Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 145 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 147 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Nov 24, 2013 14 km WNW of Yeniça?a, Turkey M5.1 148 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km ENE of Çubuk, Turkey M4.9 83 km
Feb 12, 2019 13 km WSW of Orta, Turkey M4.8 68 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 31 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 83 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 107 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 149 km
Sep 14, 2019 9 km NW of Orta, Turkey M4.7 57 km
Jun 9, 2000 13 km S of Çerke?, Turkey M4.6 65 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 57 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 119 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 128 km
Jul 21, 2013 8 km SSW of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 26 km
Mar 22, 2001 3 km NNW of Orta, Turkey M4.5 54 km
Sep 4, 2014 Central Turkey M4.5 123 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1968 BLACK SEA Earthquake 3.0 m 24 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Wettest
June 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.2 in

Ilgaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and August the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Ilgaz

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ilgaz Emel - Oktay Türkoğlu Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi - - - -
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Hotels in Ilgaz

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akbak
Ilgaz Ögretmenevi
Olgassys Butik Otel

Cafes in Ilgaz

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Çayır ALABALIK Dinlenme Tesisleri
Çayır Dinlenme Tesizleri
Karadeniz Mutfağı

Gas Stations in Ilgaz

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lukoil
Moil
Opet
Petrol Ofisi
Shell
Shell
Sunpet
termo
TP

Stadiums & Teams in Ilgaz

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Ski Resorts Near Ilgaz

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ilgaz-2 Yurduntepe Kayak Merkezi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ilgaz Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ilgaz

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kastamonu AirportKFSMedium 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 Ilgaz

What is the population of Ilgaz?

Ilgaz has a population of 12,963 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 346.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ilgaz?

Ilgaz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow.

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