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Pazar, Turkey

Tokat Province · Turkey

Pazar is a small city in Tokat Province, Turkey with a population of 5,105. Elevation: 1,890 ft (576 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,105 Population 62/sq mi density
1,890 ft Elevation 576 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
17.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Pazar

Pazar is a town in Tokat Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is the seat of Pazar District. Its population is 4,615 (2022). The mayor is Erdoğan Yılmaz (AKP).

People

Population5,105
Density62/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)
Population5,105
Population Density62 / sq mi
Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)
Coordinates40.2765°, 36.2835°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTokat Province
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.5 inches (444 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)

About Pazar

Pazar is a small city in Turkey (Tokat Province) with a population of 5,105. The city sits at an elevation of 1,890 feet (576 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Pazar

Pazar has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (24°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 452 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F -1.6° / 6.9° 49.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F -0.3° / 9.1° 34.8
Mar 9°C / 48°F 3.5° / 14.4° 56.2
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 6.3° / 19° 43.2
May 17.8°C / 64°F 10.8° / 24.7° 57.1
Jun 21°C / 70°F 14.1° / 28° 51.4
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 16.8° / 30.2° 14.7
Aug 24°C / 75°F 16.9° / 31.2° 7.9
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 13.3° / 27.4° 19.5
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 9.4° / 21.8° 36.3
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F 3.1° / 13.5° 43.9
Dec 4.4°C / 40°F 0.3° / 8.5° 38.2
Pazar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,890 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,890 ft (576 m)
Area83.0 sq mi (215.0 km²)
Population Density62/sq mi
Coordinates40.2765°N, 36.2835°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.5"
54% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

147 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 96 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 97 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 43 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 97 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 99 km
Jan 17, 2022 5 km SW of Sar?o?lan, Turkey M4.9 140 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 47 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 61 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 129 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 92 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 95 km
Jun 11, 1999 15 km ENE of ?ark??la, Turkey M4.6 98 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 40 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 57 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 95 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 123 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 53 km
Oct 17, 2024 23 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.5 113 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 70 km
Feb 2, 2021 9 km SSE of Gemerek, Turkey M4.5 132 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 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in Wettest
May 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
August 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.6 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in

Pazar has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 33°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Pazar

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Sinerji - MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Pazar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Turhal Pazarı

Gas Stations in Pazar

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #3244972285
TR #3771848162
TR #9106972911
TR #9106972916
TR #9107074653

Ski Resorts Near Pazar

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Pazar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tokat AirportTJKMedium Airport
Sivas Nuri Demirağ AirportVASSmall 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 Pazar

What is the population of Pazar?

Pazar has a population of 5,105 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 83.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pazar?

Pazar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.5 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

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