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Öncül, Turkey

Şanlıurfa · Turkey

Öncül is a small town in Şanlıurfa, Turkey with a population of 1,585. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,585 Population 2,113/sq mi density
1,152 ft Elevation 351 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
12.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Öncül

Öncül, formerly Tskarostavi, is a village in the Çıldır District, Ardahan Province, Turkey. Its population is 289 (2021). The village is populated by Turks.

People

Population1,585
Density2,113/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Population1,585
Population Density2,113 / sq mi
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Coordinates36.7122°, 39.0292°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞanlıurfa
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation12.8 inches (326 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Öncül

Öncül is a small town in Turkey (Şanlıurfa) with a population of 1,585. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Öncül enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above Turkey avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density2,113/sq mi
Coordinates36.7122°N, 39.0292°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.8"
66% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 3, 2024.

Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 114 km
Apr 24, 2018 3 km ENE of Samsat, Turkey M5.2 108 km
Jul 6, 1993 15 km N of Siverek, Turkey M4.8 134 km
Feb 6, 2023 Central Turkey M4.6 140 km
Feb 6, 2023 10 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.6 148 km
Jan 4, 1996 54 km WNW of Deir ez-Zor, Syria M4.6 148 km
May 24, 2005 67 km SSE of Ar Raqqah, Syria M4.6 150 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SE of Tut, Turkey M4.5 149 km
Feb 6, 2023 19 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.5 144 km
Feb 7, 2023 11 km N of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.4 144 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km E of Yavuzeli, Turkey M4.4 135 km
Feb 6, 2023 13 km SE of Çelikhan, Turkey M4.4 149 km
Feb 9, 2023 6 km SW of Sincik, Turkey M4.3 148 km
Sep 24, 1999 16 km NNE of Bozova, Turkey M4.3 93 km
Feb 12, 2023 5 km NW of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.3 140 km
Feb 11, 2023 18 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey M4.2 147 km
Feb 6, 2023 15 km NE of Ad?yaman, Turkey M4.2 141 km
Jun 17, 2020 14 km SE of Samsat, Turkey M4.2 95 km
Jan 3, 2007 14 km E of Sincik, Turkey M4.2 148 km
Mar 3, 2024 7 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey M4.2 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest

Öncül has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 43°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Öncül

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Harran Culture House
Harran Kültür Evi

Airports Near Öncül

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Şanlıurfa GAP AirportGNYLarge 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 Öncül

What is the population of Öncül?

Öncül has a population of 1,585 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2,113 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Öncül?

Öncül enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches.

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