Karcag, Hungary
Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok · Hungary
Karcag is a small city in Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok, Hungary with a population of 18,022. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Karcag
Karcag is a town in Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok county, in the Northern Great Plain region of central Hungary.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,022 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 47.3167°, 20.9333° |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest |
| Country | 🇭🇺 Hungary |
| State / Province | Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.7 inches (526 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Karcag
Karcag is a small city in Hungary (Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok) with a population of 18,022. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Budapest.
Climate in Karcag
Karcag has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 590 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below Hungary avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 142.3 sq mi (368.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3167°N, 20.9333°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in |
Karcag has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.1").
Schools in Karcag
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kováts Mihály Általános Iskola | - | - | - | - |
| Karcagi Kováts Mihály Általános Iskola Kiskulcsosi Általános Iskolája | - | - | - | - |
| Karcagi Nagykun Református Gimnázium | - | - | - | - |
| Karcagi Nagykun Református Általános Iskola | - | - | - | - |
| Györffy István Általános Iskola | - | - | - | - |
| Szent Pál Marista Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Szentannai Sámuel Gimnázium, Szakközépiskola és Kollégium | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Karcag
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Karcag
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bemutatóház | ||||
| Egyházitégla-múzeum | ||||
| Fekete kerámia bemutató ház | ||||
| Györffy István Nagykun Múzeum | ||||
| Kántor Sándor Fazekasház | ||||
| Karacs Ferenc Múzeum | ||||
| Karcagi szélmalom | ||||
| Kisgulya Kútja | ||||
| Néprajzi Magángyűjtemény Berekfurdő | ||||
| Papi Lajos Alkotóház | ||||
| Soviet Airforce Museum | ||||
| Szélmalmi fogadóház | ||||
| Vasútmúzeum | ||||
| Villanyfényes Retrovilág |
Libraries in Karcag
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanta Gyula Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Kisújszállás Városi Könyvtár | 0.0 | |||||
| Tiszaszentimre könyvtár | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Karcag
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucsai piac | |||||
| Piac | |||||
| Piactér | |||||
| Püspökladányi Piac |
Hotels in Karcag
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Karcag
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karcag
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Karcag
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Karcag
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karcag
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karcag
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karcag
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Debrecen International Airport | DEB | Large Airport |
| Szolnok Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Békéscsaba Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Biharkeresztes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dévaványa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eger Apolló Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gyomaendrőd | - | Small Airport |
| Hajdúszoboszló Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kákahalom Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kunmadaras Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Maklár Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Martfű Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nagyszénás | - | Small Airport |
| Surjány Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Szentes Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Szolnok-Szandai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Telekgerendás Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Karcag
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posta |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karcag
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet-kápolna | |
| Hit Gyülekezete Karcag | |
| Ortodox templom | |
| Szent István király-templom | |
| Zsinagóga |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Hungary
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Karcag
What is the population of Karcag?
Karcag has a population of 18,022 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 142.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karcag?
Karcag has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.7 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.
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