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Karkamış, Turkey
Gaziantep · Turkey
Karkamış is a small town in Gaziantep, Turkey with a population of 4,951. Elevation: 1,171 ft (357 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karkamış
Karkamış, formerly Carablus, is a municipality and district of Gaziantep Province, Turkey. Its area is 298 km2, and its population is 9,379 (2022). It is next to the site of ancient Carchemish.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,951 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,171 ft (357 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8345°, 37.9983° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Gaziantep |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.6 inches (371 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karkamış
Karkamış is a small town in Turkey (Gaziantep) with a population of 4,951. The city sits at an elevation of 1,171 feet (357 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,171 ft (357 m) |
| Area | 115.1 sq mi (298.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8345°N, 37.9983°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
Karkamış has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 42°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Karkamış
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dost FM | talk & speech | MP3 128 kbps |
Train Stations in Karkamış
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karkamış
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karkamış
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport | GZT | Large Airport |
| Jirah Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Rasm Al-Abboud Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
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What is the population of Karkamış?
Karkamış has a population of 4,951 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 115.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karkamış?
Karkamış enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.6 inches.