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Kargı, Turkey
Muğla · Turkey
Kargı is a small town in Muğla, Turkey with a population of 1,163. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kargı
Kargı Adası is an uninhabited Turkish islet in the Aegean Sea, in Muğla Province, and a tourist destination renowned for fishing and scuba diving. It is likely that the island takes its name, which is literally translated as Spear Island, from the rock formations that make up the islet and resemble spears pointed towards the sky.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,163 |
| Population Density | 1,615 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7013°, 29.0756° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Muğla |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (848 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kargı
Kargı is a small town in Turkey (Muğla) with a population of 1,163. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,615/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7013°N, 29.0756°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | - | 83 km |
| 1481 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 124 km |
| 1851 | ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 1.8 m | - | 47 km |
| 1851 | FETIYE, ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 23 km |
| 1741 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | - | - | 76 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 130 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
Kargı has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 47°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.1") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kargı
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kargı İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Çiftlik Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kargı
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enver Yalçın Yörük Müzesi | ||||
| Fethiye Museum |
Farmers Markets in Kargı
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Fish market | |||||
| Göcek Pazar Alanı | |||||
| Göcek Pazarı | |||||
| Patlangıç Cumartesi Pazarı | |||||
| Salı Pazarı | |||||
| Salı Pazarı | |||||
| Sunday Market | |||||
| Thursday market |
Hotels in Kargı
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kargı
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kargı
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kargı
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kargı
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kargı
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kargı
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dalaman International Airport | DLM | Large Airport |
| Kastelorizo Airport | KZS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kargı
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kargı
What is the population of Kargı?
Kargı has a population of 1,163 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1,615 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kargı?
Kargı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.