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Karakuyu, Turkey

Adana · Turkey

Karakuyu is a small town in Adana, Turkey with a population of 630. Elevation: 4,104 ft (1,251 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

630 Population 2/sq mi density
4,104 ft Elevation 1,251 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population630
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)
Population630
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)
Coordinates37.8612°, 36.2006°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAdana
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)

About Karakuyu

Karakuyu is a small town in Turkey (Adana) with a population of 630. The city sits at an elevation of 4,104 feet (1,251 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Karakuyu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,104 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,104 ft (1,251 m)
Area400.2 sq mi (1,036.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates37.8612°N, 36.2006°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

639 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 M7.8 101 km
Feb 6, 2023 Elbistan earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.5 89 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 97 km
Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 135 km
Feb 6, 2023 4 km NNE of Göksun, Turkey M6.0 35 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 142 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 100 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 106 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 69 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 135 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 38 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 128 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km S of Ekinözü, Turkey M5.4 89 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 135 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 56 km
Feb 6, 2023 20 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M5.3 101 km
Feb 6, 2023 32 km SW of Pazarc?k, Turkey M5.3 103 km
Mar 23, 2023 6 km W of Göksun, Turkey M5.3 26 km
Feb 7, 2023 Central Turkey M5.3 36 km
Feb 6, 2023 16 km WSW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.3 133 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 56,697 107 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (99 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 99 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 157 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 180 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 2.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Karakuyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.3").

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Churches & Religious Organizations in Karakuyu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Karakuyu Mahallesi Camii

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 Karakuyu

What is the population of Karakuyu?

Karakuyu has a population of 630 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 400.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karakuyu?

Karakuyu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

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