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Kolay, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Kolay is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 959. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

959 Population 7,992/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population959
Density7,992/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population959
Population Density7,992 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates41.4182°, 35.8014°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,129 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.6 inches (35 cm)

About Kolay

Kolay is a small town in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 959. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kolay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 273 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 44.4 inches. The area receives 13.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below Turkey avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density7,992/sq mi
Coordinates41.4182°N, 35.8014°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 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 83 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 78 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 133 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 97 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 72 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 116 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 85 km
May 19, 2006 92 km NE of Sinop, Turkey M4.6 137 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 88 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 77 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 65 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 92 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 126 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 106 km
Aug 20, 2025 12 km NNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.4 148 km
Jun 3, 1993 6 km ESE of Ladik, Turkey M4.3 60 km
May 23, 2024 20 km SSE of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 88 km
Jun 3, 2020 14 km SW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 134 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 129 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 78 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 - 60,000 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Kolay has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 39°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.1").

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Castles in Kolay

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asar Castle

Stadiums & Teams in Kolay

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Ski Resorts Near Kolay

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Kolay

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sinop AirportNOPMedium Airport
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis Airport-Small Airport

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 Kolay

What is the population of Kolay?

Kolay has a population of 959 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 7,992 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kolay?

Kolay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow.

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