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Kavak, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Kavak is a small city in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 9,042. Elevation: 1,995 ft (608 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

9,042 Population 34/sq mi density
1,995 ft Elevation 608 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population9,042
Density34/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Population9,042
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Coordinates41.0783°, 36.0425°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (576 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)

About Kavak

Kavak is a small city in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 9,042. The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet (608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Kavak

Kavak has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Feb (7.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 723 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.9°C / 46°F 4.5° / 11.3° 70.0
Feb 7.7°C / 46°F 4° / 11.4° 53.6
Mar 8.9°C / 48°F 4.9° / 12.9° 66.5
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F 7.9° / 15.3° 54.1
May 15.9°C / 61°F 12.3° / 19.5° 55.7
Jun 20.7°C / 69°F 16.9° / 24.5° 52.7
Jul 23.7°C / 75°F 20° / 27.4° 37.7
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 20.7° / 28.3° 47.8
Sep 21.1°C / 70°F 17.4° / 24.8° 52.2
Oct 17.3°C / 63°F 13.7° / 20.9° 73.7
Nov 13.1°C / 56°F 9.2° / 17° 77.2
Dec 10.2°C / 50°F 6.8° / 13.6° 82.1
Kavak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Area269.9 sq mi (698.9 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates41.0783°N, 36.0425°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.7"
40% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.56"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

126 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 69 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 64 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 121 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 112 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 61 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 138 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 31 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 110 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 68 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 135 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 118 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 55 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 27 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 78 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 58 km
Aug 20, 2025 12 km NNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.4 109 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 120 km
Dec 1, 1996 16 km SSE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.4 126 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 91 km
Apr 7, 2001 Central Turkey M4.4 117 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 93 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
August 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Kavak has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 35°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kavak

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yaşar Doğu ÇPL
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Radio Stations near Kavak

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADYO GERÇEK MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kavak

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ambarköy Open Air Museum

Farmers Markets in Kavak

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halk Market
Halk Market

Hotels in Kavak

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Simisso Kasaba
Taşhan Otel

Restaurants in Kavak

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Çakallı Boğaziçi Menemen
Çakınlar Unlu Mamulleri
Kardeşler Çay Salonu
Mutlu Menemen
Tekeli dinlenme tesisi
Yeşiloğlu Restaurant Çakallı

Cafes in Kavak

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adana Sofrasi
Karadeniz Menemen Lezzeti Keşfet
Kardeşler
Kavak Belediyesi Güven Park Tesisleri
Öz Akcaabat Köfte

Train Stations in Kavak

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kavak

Bus Stations in Kavak

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kavak Otogarı

Gas Stations in Kavak

17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpet
Best
Best
GO - Samsun Kavak
Lukoil
Opet Kavak
Petrol Ofisi
Petrol Ofisi
Shell
Termo
Termo
Termo
Total
Total
TR #4797965735
Turkis
Turkuaz

Ski Resorts Near Kavak

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Akdağ Kayak Merkezi 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kavak

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Samsun-Çarşamba AirportSZFMedium Airport
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kavak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Yörgüç Paşa 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 Kavak

What is the population of Kavak?

Kavak has a population of 9,042 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 269.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kavak?

Kavak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

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