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Karanlıkdere, Turkey

Niğde Province · Turkey

Karanlıkdere is a small town in Niğde Province, Turkey with a population of 563. Elevation: 4,810 ft (1,466 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

563 Population 3/sq mi density
4,810 ft Elevation 1,466 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
14.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population563
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Population563
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Coordinates37.9952°, 34.4325°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceNiğde Province
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (368 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)

About Karanlıkdere

Karanlıkdere is a small town in Turkey (Niğde Province) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 4,810 feet (1,466 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Karanlıkdere

Karanlıkdere has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.4°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 348 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.8°C / 33°F -4° / 5.5° 34.6
Feb 1.8°C / 35°F -3.3° / 6.9° 32.1
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 0.6° / 11.9° 39.2
Apr 11.2°C / 52°F 5° / 17.3° 42.1
May 15.6°C / 60°F 9° / 22.2° 43.5
Jun 20°C / 68°F 13° / 26.9° 27.8
Jul 23.4°C / 74°F 16.1° / 30.7° 5.3
Aug 23.1°C / 74°F 15.7° / 30.5° 6.2
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 11.3° / 26.3° 12.1
Oct 13.6°C / 56°F 6.9° / 20.2° 29.8
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 1.5° / 13.6° 32.7
Dec 3.3°C / 38°F -1.7° / 8.3° 42.9
Karanlıkdere experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,810 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,810 ft (1,466 m)
Area213.1 sq mi (552.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.9952°N, 34.4325°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.5"
62% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.97"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 146 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 141 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 147 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 39 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 112 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 102 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 140 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 96 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 146 km
Aug 7, 2024 16 km SSE of Feke, Turkey M4.6 138 km
Apr 23, 2011 18 km ESE of Alada?, Turkey M4.5 117 km
Jun 29, 2011 7 km SE of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 143 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 134 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 126 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 39 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 102 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 69 km
Jul 24, 2009 14 km NW of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 122 km
Aug 5, 2010 17 km E of Alada?, Turkey M4.4 114 km
Apr 24, 1995 17 km WSW of Karaisal?, Turkey M4.4 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hasan Dagi (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 27 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 62 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 82 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 107 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in Wettest
May 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in

Karanlıkdere has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Karanlıkdere

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nigde Archeological Museum
Niğde Belediyesi Kültürevi

Libraries in Karanlıkdere

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kütüphane0.0

Airports Near Karanlıkdere

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aksaray AirportSmall Airport
Niğde AirportSmall 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 Karanlıkdere

What is the population of Karanlıkdere?

Karanlıkdere has a population of 563 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 213.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karanlıkdere?

Karanlıkdere has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

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