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Nurhak, Turkey

Kahramanmaraş · Turkey

Nurhak is a small city in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey with a population of 8,595. Elevation: 4,541 ft (1,384 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,595 Population 22/sq mi density
4,541 ft Elevation 1,384 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Nurhak

Nurhak

Nurhak is a municipality and district of Kahramanmaraş Province, Turkey. Its area is 1,028 km2, and its population is 12,257 (2022).

People

Population8,595
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)
Population8,595
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)
Coordinates37.9637°, 37.4405°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKahramanmaraş
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (523 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)

About Nurhak

Nurhak is a small city in Turkey (Kahramanmaraş) with a population of 8,595. The city sits at an elevation of 4,541 feet (1,384 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Nurhak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,541 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,541 ft (1,384 m)
Area396.9 sq mi (1,028.0 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates37.9637°N, 37.4405°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

716 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Feb 6, 2023 Pazarcik earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.8 90 km
Feb 6, 2023 Elbistan earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.5 22 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 99 km
Feb 6, 2023 4 km NNE of Göksun, Turkey M6.0 82 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 126 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 58 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 32 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 91 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 72 km
Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 95 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 127 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 138 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 148 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 135 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 34 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 138 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km S of Ekinözü, Turkey M5.4 21 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 20 km
Feb 6, 2023 eastern Turkey M5.4 69 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Nurhak has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Stadiums & Teams in Nurhak

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Airports Near Nurhak

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kahramanmaraş AirportKCMMedium Airport
Malatya Erhaç AirportMLXMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nurhak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Tatlar Mahallesi Pınarbaşı 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 Nurhak

What is the population of Nurhak?

Nurhak has a population of 8,595 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 396.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nurhak?

Nurhak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.

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