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Ortakent, Turkey

Sivas · Turkey

Ortakent is a small town in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 385. Elevation: 6,257 ft (1,907 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

385 Population 1/sq mi density
6,257 ft Elevation 1,907 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population385
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation6,257 ft (1,907 m)
Population385
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,257 ft (1,907 m)
Coordinates40.3937°, 38.0103°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSivas
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall118.5 inches (301 cm)

About Ortakent

Ortakent is a small town in Turkey (Sivas) with a population of 385. The city sits at an elevation of 6,257 feet (1,907 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Ortakent experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 303 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 118.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,257 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,257 ft (1,907 m)
Area648.3 sq mi (1,679.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates40.3937°N, 38.0103°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 118.5"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 9, 2025.

Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 98 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 113 km
Jun 14, 1993 23 km NNW of ?liç, Turkey M5.0 92 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 49 km
Mar 13, 1992 11 km NNE of Erzincan, Turkey M4.7 142 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 145 km
Sep 24, 2003 23 km WNW of ?liç, Turkey M4.7 97 km
May 3, 1990 19 km NNW of ?liç, Turkey M4.6 96 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 53 km
Oct 17, 2024 23 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.5 101 km
Jun 29, 2022 22 km WNW of Kale, Turkey M4.4 140 km
Jun 20, 2008 16 km NNE of Tirebolu, Turkey M4.4 111 km
Dec 1, 1996 16 km SSE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.4 64 km
Feb 1, 2010 28 km SSW of ?mranl?, Turkey M4.4 83 km
Jun 11, 1999 22 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.3 145 km
Oct 17, 2024 21 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.3 99 km
Jun 4, 2008 6 km NNW of Kemah, Turkey M4.3 118 km
Sep 26, 2023 17 km SSE of Erbaa, Turkey M4.3 113 km
Sep 30, 2011 24 km NNE of ?liç, Turkey M4.3 100 km
Sep 30, 2004 18 km NNE of ?liç, Turkey M4.3 102 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 32,700 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 32°F (0°C) 2.5 in

Ortakent has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 24°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.7").

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Airports Near Ortakent

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ordu–Giresun AirportOGUMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ortakent

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Güzelyurt Köyü Camii
Sayderesi Camii
Tarihi Medrese Mescit

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 Ortakent

What is the population of Ortakent?

Ortakent has a population of 385 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 648.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ortakent?

Ortakent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 118.5 inches of snow.

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