Kargı, Turkey

Çorum · Turkey

Kargı is a small city in Çorum, Turkey with a population of 15,684. Elevation: 1,280 ft (390 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

15,684 Population 24/sq mi density
1,280 ft Elevation 390 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population15,684
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Population15,684
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Coordinates41.1337°, 34.4874°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceÇorum
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.7 inches (60 cm)

About Kargı

Kargı is a small city in Turkey (Çorum) with a population of 15,684. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet (390 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Kargı

Kargı has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.4°C / 29°F -11.7° / 9.7° 43.1
Feb 0.4°C / 33°F -10.5° / 12.9° 32.0
Mar 2.8°C / 37°F -7.1° / 17.5° 48.1
Apr 8.8°C / 48°F -3.2° / 23.2° 38.0
May 13.6°C / 56°F -0.2° / 29° 62.9
Jun 18.2°C / 65°F 7.4° / 30.6° 79.0
Jul 20.3°C / 68°F 9° / 34.8° 27.6
Aug 21.4°C / 71°F 10.7° / 36.2° 20.6
Sep 17.3°C / 63°F 6.2° / 31.4° 32.7
Oct 12.6°C / 55°F 2.4° / 27.1° 24.9
Nov 6.3°C / 43°F -4.9° / 19.5° 31.8
Dec 1.5°C / 35°F -7.3° / 13.1° 40.5
Kargı experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 23.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area647.9 sq mi (1,677.9 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates41.1337°N, 34.4874°E
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 23.7"
Wettest Month (May) 2.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

212 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 6, 2000 12 km NW of Orta, Turkey M6.0 135 km
Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 83 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 83 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 105 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 133 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km ENE of Çubuk, Turkey M4.9 148 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 61 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 116 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 68 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 140 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 87 km
Feb 12, 2019 13 km WSW of Orta, Turkey M4.8 142 km
Sep 14, 2019 9 km NW of Orta, Turkey M4.7 132 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 124 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 143 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 86 km
Jun 9, 2000 13 km S of Çerke?, Turkey M4.6 140 km
Mar 22, 2001 3 km NNW of Orta, Turkey M4.5 129 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 58 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake - 60,000 112 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in

Kargı has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (1.1").

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Gas Stations in Kargı

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #2377035854
TR #2377036310
TR #8325447562
TR #9272823213
TR #9272823216

Airports Near Kargı

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kastamonu AirportKFSMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kargı

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hüdaverdi Cami
Mihrihatun Cami

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 Kargı

What is the population of Kargı?

Kargı has a population of 15,684 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 647.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kargı?

Kargı has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 23.7 inches of snow.

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