Kalkan, Turkey
Antalya · Turkey
Kalkan is a small town in Antalya, Turkey with a population of 3,748. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Kalkan
Kalkan is a neighbourhood of the municipality and district of Kaş, Antalya Province, Turkey. Its population is 3,926 (2022). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde). It is an important tourist destination on the Mediterranean coast. The area includes historical sites and fine beaches.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,748 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.2651°, 29.4137° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Antalya |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.8 inches (756 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kalkan
Kalkan is a small town in Turkey (Antalya) with a population of 3,748. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 861.4 sq mi (2,231.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2651°N, 29.4137°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | - | 111 km |
| 1481 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 130 km |
| 1851 | ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 1.8 m | - | 66 km |
| 1851 | FETIYE, ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 45 km |
| 1741 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | - | - | 82 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 6.2 in |
Kalkan has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Kalkan
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalkan İlk Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Yeşilköy Hilmi Toksoy Çok Proglamlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Sabriye Toksoy Anaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Yeşilköy Hilmi Toksoy İlkokul ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kalkan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kalkan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kastellorizo Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Ottoman Mosque - Historical Collection of Kastelloriz | ||||
| Μουσείο Γρίφων |
Farmers Markets in Kalkan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalkan Market |
Hotels in Kalkan
22 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kalkan
47 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kalkan
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kalkan
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kalkan
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kalkan
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kalkan
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kalkan
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kalkan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dalaman International Airport | DLM | Large Airport |
| Kastelorizo Airport | KZS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kalkan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalkan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Yeşilköy Eski Cami | |
| Yeşilköy Merkez Cami |
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Shipwrecks Near Kalkan
2 documented shipwrecks found near Kalkan.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Duchess of York | - | An iron-screw steamer ketch built in Hull in 1893. It was sold and renamed Carmen in 1902, and sold again in 1919.[28] Its subsequent fate was unknown until the wreckage was discovered in the 1950s.[29] |
| Sakarya | - | A cargo ship which struck a reef while suffering engine trouble. The wreckage was discovered in 1994, close to the wreck of Duchess of York.[29] |
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kalkan
What is the population of Kalkan?
Kalkan has a population of 3,748 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 861.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kalkan?
Kalkan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.
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