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Refahiye, Turkey
Erzincan · Turkey
Refahiye is a small city in Erzincan, Turkey with a population of 5,579. Elevation: 5,243 ft (1,598 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Refahiye
Refahiye is a town in Erzincan Province in the Eastern Anatolia region of Turkey. It is the seat of Refahiye District. Its population is 4,225 (2022). The elevation is 1,589 m. The mayor is Fatih Kök (BBP).
People
Climate
| Population | 5,579 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,243 ft (1,598 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8932°, 38.7661° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Erzincan |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.2 inches (563 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.7 inches (22 cm) |
About Refahiye
Refahiye is a small city in Turkey (Erzincan) with a population of 5,579. The city sits at an elevation of 5,243 feet (1,598 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,243 ft (1,598 m) |
| Area | 699.3 sq mi (1,811.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8932°N, 38.7661°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in |
Refahiye has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.3").
Libraries in Refahiye
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refahiye İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Hotels in Refahiye
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Refahiye
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Refahiye
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovacık Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Refahiye
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Divriği Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Refahiye
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Esat Muhlis Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Refahiye?
Refahiye has a population of 5,579 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 699.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Refahiye?
Refahiye has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.