Pazar, Turkey

Rize Province · Turkey

Pazar is a mid-size city in Rize Province, Turkey with a population of 31,527. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

31,527 Population 110/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
88.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population31,527
Density110/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain88.1 in/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population31,527
Population Density110 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates41.1802°, 40.8866°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceRize Province
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation88.1 inches (2,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall97.0 inches (246 cm)

About Pazar

Pazar is a mid-size city in Turkey (Rize Province) with a population of 31,527. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Pazar

Pazar has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.1°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1356 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.6°C / 35°F -8.5° / 9.6° 141.1
Feb 1.9°C / 35°F -8.2° / 10.2° 107.2
Mar 3.7°C / 39°F -5.4° / 14.7° 117.2
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F -1° / 21.3° 67.6
May 13.2°C / 56°F 4.1° / 25.2° 76.2
Jun 18.5°C / 65°F 11.7° / 26.9° 86.8
Jul 20°C / 68°F 13.7° / 30.6° 88.4
Aug 21.1°C / 70°F 15.6° / 30.4° 76.2
Sep 18.2°C / 65°F 11.1° / 28.5° 148.0
Oct 14°C / 57°F 6.5° / 25.4° 180.6
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F -1.1° / 19.8° 149.9
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F -6° / 13.2° 117.2
Pazar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 88.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 97.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above Turkey avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area286.9 sq mi (743.0 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates41.1802°N, 40.8866°E
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.1"
132% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 97.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 26, 2024.

Dec 23, 2012 45 km SW of Och’amch’ire, Georgia M5.7 139 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 139 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 148 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 148 km
Dec 25, 2012 50 km SSW of Dranda, Georgia M5.2 140 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 128 km
Apr 1, 2004 6 km E of A?kale, Turkey M4.7 139 km
Dec 5, 1999 14 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.6 148 km
Mar 18, 2000 9 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 144 km
Feb 17, 2007 5 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 144 km
Jul 20, 1999 5 km E of Erzurum, Turkey M4.5 146 km
Dec 23, 1998 11 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.5 149 km
May 28, 1996 17 km ENE of Ozurgeti, Georgia M4.5 142 km
Apr 15, 2009 eastern Turkey M4.4 92 km
Aug 18, 2002 3 km NW of Göle, Turkey M4.4 147 km
Dec 25, 2012 47 km SSW of Dranda, Georgia M4.4 144 km
Jul 15, 2019 9 km NW of Narman, Turkey M4.4 115 km
Feb 11, 2023 Georgia-Turkey border region M4.4 135 km
Jan 7, 1993 23 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.4 144 km
Jul 17, 2013 7 km W of Oltu, Turkey M4.3 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 4.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in
August 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 6.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 7.8 in Wettest
November 49°F (10°C) 6.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 6.7 in

Pazar has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 35°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and April the driest (3.1").

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Hotels in Pazar

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deniz Konak Otel

Restaurants in Pazar

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kvacoli Balık Lokantası

Cafes in Pazar

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jinn
Katik Doner

Castles in Pazar

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kız Kulesi
Kız Kulesi

Bus Stations in Pazar

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Otogar
Pazar Otobüs Terminali

Gas Stations in Pazar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrol Ofisi
TR #6878233785

Banks in Pazar

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akbank
Ziraat Bankası

Airports Near Pazar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexander Kartveli Batumi International AirportBUSLarge Airport
Rize–Artvin AirportRZVLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pazar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Güzelyalı Mahallesi Camii
Hisarlı Köyü Cami
Mektebim
Şehitler Camisi

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 31,527 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 286.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pazar?

Pazar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 88.1 inches, with 97.0 inches of snow.

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