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Karataş, Turkey

Adana · Turkey

Karataş is a small city in Adana, Turkey with a population of 9,221. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

9,221 Population 21/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
30.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population9,221
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population9,221
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates36.5820°, 35.3701°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAdana
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation30.3 inches (770 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Karataş

Karataş is a small city in Turkey (Adana) with a population of 9,221. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Karataş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above Turkey avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area442.2 sq mi (1,145.3 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates36.5820°N, 35.3701°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.3"
20% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.02"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

351 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 3, 2025.

Feb 20, 2023 2 km NNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M6.3 75 km
Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 33 km
Jan 22, 1997 11 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.7 64 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 126 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 104 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 122 km
Feb 20, 2023 9 km WNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.5 69 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 115 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 33 km
Jan 22, 1997 9 km NW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.3 66 km
Feb 16, 2023 21 km W of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.2 59 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km SSE of Hasanbeyli, Turkey M5.1 122 km
Jan 22, 1997 13 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.1 62 km
Oct 31, 2001 14 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.1 101 km
Jan 3, 1994 3 km SE of Ceyhan, Turkey M5.0 63 km
Mar 29, 2006 45 km SW of Latakia, Syria M5.0 148 km
Jul 22, 2012 4 km SE of And?r?n, Turkey M5.0 140 km
Jun 17, 2009 9 km SW of Büyükçat, Turkey M5.0 83 km
Feb 10, 1994 6 km S of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.9 59 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1872 SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) Earthquake 1,800 86 km
1408 ANTIOCH Eruption + Earthquake 78 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (198 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
March 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.8 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
November 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
December 53°F (12°C) 6.0 in Wettest

Karataş has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Karataş

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mehmet Akif Ortaokulu
Atatürk İlkokulu
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Radio Stations near Karataş

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Yaren FM folk music, local radio MP3 128 kbps
Tarsus FM country music, musiki MP3 128 kbps

Hotels in Karataş

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baris otel
magarsus elit hotel
Movepark otel

Restaurants in Karataş

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balıkçı Fevzi

Cafes in Karataş

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burgers
Dünyam
Hasan Masat

Gas Stations in Karataş

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol Ofisi
TR #11072631315
TR #7093186998
TR #9147532801

Banks in Karataş

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ziraat Bankası

Airports Near Karataş

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adana Şakirpaşa AirportADALarge Airport
Çukurova International AirportCOVLarge Airport
İncirlik Air BaseUABMedium Airport
Kelaynak Aviation Club AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karataş

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Müftülük Sitesi Camii
Yemişli 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 Karataş

What is the population of Karataş?

Karataş has a population of 9,221 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 442.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karataş?

Karataş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.3 inches.

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