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Karakesek, Turkey

Gaziantep · Turkey

Karakesek is a small town in Gaziantep, Turkey with a population of 1,282. Elevation: 3,012 ft (918 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,282 Population 2/sq mi density
3,012 ft Elevation 918 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
22.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Karakesek

Karakesek is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Şehitkamil, Gaziantep Province, Turkey. Its population is 1,282 (2022). The village is inhabited by Turkmens of the Qiziq tribe.

People

Population1,282
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation3,012 ft (918 m)
Population1,282
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,012 ft (918 m)
Coordinates37.3251°, 37.2430°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceGaziantep
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.9 inches (581 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Karakesek

Karakesek is a small town in Turkey (Gaziantep) with a population of 1,282. The city sits at an elevation of 3,012 feet (918 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Karakesek

Karakesek has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 516 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 0.2° / 8.5° 97.0
Feb 6°C / 43°F 1.4° / 10.7° 72.0
Mar 10.4°C / 51°F 4.7° / 16° 62.0
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 8° / 20.8° 55.2
May 19.8°C / 68°F 13° / 26.6° 28.2
Jun 25.1°C / 77°F 18° / 32.2° 5.8
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 22.1° / 36.8° 2.0
Aug 29.4°C / 85°F 22° / 36.8° 1.8
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 17.4° / 32.3° 9.8
Oct 18.4°C / 65°F 11.3° / 25.4° 37.7
Nov 11.2°C / 52°F 5.3° / 17° 49.3
Dec 6.4°C / 44°F 1.9° / 11° 95.4
Karakesek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°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 22.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,012 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above Turkey avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,012 ft (918 m)
Area742.1 sq mi (1,921.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates37.3251°N, 37.2430°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.9"
40% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

718 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Feb 6, 2023 Pazarcik earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.8 23 km
Feb 6, 2023 Elbistan earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.5 76 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 35 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 109 km
Feb 6, 2023 4 km NNE of Göksun, Turkey M6.0 104 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 92 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 24 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 132 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 62 km
Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 110 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 92 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 118 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 65 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 78 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km S of Ekinözü, Turkey M5.4 75 km
Feb 6, 2023 eastern Turkey M5.4 126 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 150 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 90 km
Feb 6, 2023 20 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M5.3 29 km
Mar 23, 2023 6 km W of Göksun, Turkey M5.3 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2023 GULF OF ISKENDERUN Earthquake 0.3 m 56,697 25 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
March 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.5 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Karakesek has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 36°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Karakesek

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dost FM talk & speech MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Karakesek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Zeugma Mosaic Museum
Zeugma Mosaic Museum

Libraries in Karakesek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Belkıs Gençlik Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Karakesek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Güvenevler Kapalı Pazar Yeri

Stadiums & Teams in Karakesek

TeamLeagueDivision
Kalyon Stadyumu
Kalyon Stadyumu
Stad

Airports Near Karakesek

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gaziantep Oğuzeli International AirportGZTLarge Airport
Kahramanmaraş AirportKCMMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Karakesek

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
30 Nolu Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Abdulkadir Konukoglu Saglık Ocagı
Celile Refik Danış Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Enes Saglık Kabini
Gazikent Saglık Kabini
Hacıpasalıoglu Aile Saglıgı Merkezi
Hasırcıoglu Tıp Merkezi
Onat Kutlar Eczanesi
Ozel Dunya Tıp Merkezi
Saglık Ocagı
Şehitkamil Merkez 12 Nolu Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Yuksel Ciner Merkez Saglık Ocagı

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 Karakesek

What is the population of Karakesek?

Karakesek has a population of 1,282 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 742.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karakesek?

Karakesek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches.

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