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Kandıra, Turkey

Kocaeli · Turkey

Kandıra is a small city in Kocaeli, Turkey with a population of 13,805. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

13,805 Population 38/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
33.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population13,805
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Population13,805
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates41.0700°, 30.1526°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKocaeli
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (854 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kandıra

Kandıra is a small city in Turkey (Kocaeli) with a population of 13,805. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Kandıra

Kandıra has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 817 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.2°C / 41°F -5.7° / 18° 95.0
Feb 6.2°C / 43°F -4.3° / 20° 81.3
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F -2.6° / 22.5° 71.8
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 2.7° / 25.4° 57.1
May 16°C / 61°F 5.8° / 29° 61.3
Jun 20.6°C / 69°F 12.9° / 29.4° 89.1
Jul 23.1°C / 74°F 15.3° / 33.9° 54.3
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 17° / 35.5° 43.3
Sep 21°C / 70°F 11.3° / 32.8° 41.9
Oct 16.1°C / 61°F 7° / 29.9° 62.6
Nov 11.7°C / 53°F 1.2° / 23.6° 80.3
Dec 8.2°C / 47°F -1.7° / 19.8° 79.2
Kandıra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above Turkey avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area324.3 sq mi (840.0 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates41.0700°N, 30.1526°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.6"
12% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,019 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 2, 2025.

Aug 17, 1999 4 km ESE of Derince, Turkey M7.6 43 km
Nov 12, 1999 8 km S of Düzce, Turkey M7.2 92 km
Sep 13, 1999 4 km SE of Köseköy, Turkey M5.9 41 km
Nov 11, 1999 5 km N of Sapanca, Turkey M5.7 38 km
Nov 12, 1999 7 km SSW of Düzce, Turkey M5.5 87 km
Aug 23, 2000 8 km E of Akyaz?, Turkey M5.3 65 km
Aug 19, 1999 3 km SSE of Ç?narc?k, Turkey M5.2 99 km
Nov 12, 1999 11 km W of Bolu, Turkey M5.2 117 km
Sep 29, 1999 8 km NNW of Ta?köprü, Turkey M5.2 77 km
Aug 31, 1999 2 km NNE of Kar??yaka, Turkey M5.2 43 km
Nov 16, 1999 2 km S of Bolu, Turkey M5.1 129 km
Aug 17, 1999 9 km SE of Akyaz?, Turkey M5.1 68 km
Oct 15, 2016 117 km NNW of Ere?li, Turkey M5.1 135 km
Nov 24, 2013 14 km WNW of Yeniça?a, Turkey M5.1 147 km
Nov 7, 1999 8 km E of Akyaz?, Turkey M5.0 64 km
Apr 23, 2025 14 km S of Kumburgaz, Turkey M5.0 142 km
Aug 26, 2001 24 km N of Bolu, Turkey M5.0 120 km
Sep 9, 1999 7 km NNW of Koruköy, Turkey M5.0 93 km
Aug 17, 1999 2 km NW of Kullar, Turkey M5.0 40 km
Aug 17, 1999 11 km ESE of Akyaz?, Turkey M4.9 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.5 m (15 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1894 MARMARA SEA Earthquake 4.5 m 1,349 133 km
1999 KOCAELI, TURKEY Earthquake 2.5 m 17,118 38 km
1963 MARMARA SEA Earthquake 1.0 m 1 93 km
986 MARMARA SEA Earthquake 86 km
551 LEVANTIAN SEA Earthquake 37 km
478 MARMARA SEA Earthquake 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in Wettest

Kandıra has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 42°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Kandıra

Institution Type Founded Website
Kocaeli Üniversitesi Kandıra Meslekyüksek Okulu University

Radio Stations near Kandıra

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KRAL TÜRK FM MP3 128 kbps
Romantik SES Sakarya romantic, slow AAC+ 64 kbps
Fenerbahce Radyo AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Kandıra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kocaeli University Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kandıra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kandıra Halk Pazarı
KOU Store

Hotels in Kandıra

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kandıra Öğretmenevi

Monuments in Kandıra

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akçakoca Bey Anıt Mezarı

Castles in Kandıra

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seyrek Castle
Seyrek Geneose Castle

Clinics in Kandıra

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kandıra Sağlık Ocağı

Bus Stations in Kandıra

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kandıra Otobüs Terminali

Gas Stations in Kandıra

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol Ofisi
TP
TR #11681370239
TR #5056203835
TR #8009254763
TR #9216019368
Türkiye Petrolleri

Banks in Kandıra

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Halkbank
Türkiye İş Bankası
Ziraat Bankası

Airports Near Kandıra

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cengiz Topel AirportKCOMedium Airport
Istanbul Aviation Pamukova AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kandıra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kandıra Telekom and Post Telgraph Telephone Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandıra

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Çarşı Cami
Döngelli Karaaliler Camii
Kandıra Yeşil Cami
Lokmanlı Köyü Camii
Şefik Cami
Zafer 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 Kandıra

What is the population of Kandıra?

Kandıra has a population of 13,805 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 324.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kandıra?

Kandıra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches.

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