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Kuruçay, Turkey

Erzincan · Turkey

Kuruçay is a small town in Erzincan, Turkey with a population of 125. Elevation: 3,465 ft (1,056 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

125 Population 0/sq mi density
3,465 ft Elevation 1,056 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population125
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,465 ft (1,056 m)
Population125
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation3,465 ft (1,056 m)
Coordinates39.6402°, 38.4742°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzincan
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (831 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.8 inches (83 cm)

About Kuruçay

Kuruçay is a small town in Turkey (Erzincan) with a population of 125. The city sits at an elevation of 3,465 feet (1,056 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kuruçay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 316 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 32.7 inches. The area receives 32.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,465 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Turkey avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,465 ft (1,056 m)
Area757.7 sq mi (1,962.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates39.6402°N, 38.4742°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.7"
14% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 32.8"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

184 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 9, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 97 km
Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 144 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 121 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 125 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 146 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 35 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 147 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 142 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 30 km
Dec 5, 1995 26 km ENE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.3 147 km
Mar 19, 2020 9 km NNE of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.2 148 km
Jul 30, 2009 13 km S of Cimin, Turkey M5.0 107 km
Feb 25, 2020 21 km WNW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.0 146 km
Feb 12, 2023 8 km E of Hekimhan, Turkey M5.0 99 km
Jun 14, 1993 23 km NNW of ?liç, Turkey M5.0 6 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 125 km
Jan 24, 2020 10 km W of Sivrice, Turkey M4.8 148 km
Mar 14, 1992 17 km WNW of Pulumer, Turkey M4.7 106 km
Mar 13, 1992 19 km SW of Demirözü, Turkey M4.7 116 km
Sep 24, 2003 23 km WNW of ?liç, Turkey M4.7 16 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in Wettest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in

Kuruçay has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Kuruçay

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Divriği AirportSmall 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 Kuruçay

What is the population of Kuruçay?

Kuruçay has a population of 125 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 757.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kuruçay?

Kuruçay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 32.8 inches of snow.

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