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Salkım, Turkey
Gaziantep · Turkey
Salkım is a small town in Gaziantep, Turkey with a population of 870. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 870 |
| Population Density | 4,833 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1509°, 37.6933° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Gaziantep |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.8 inches (452 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salkım
Salkım is a small town in Turkey (Gaziantep) with a population of 870. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet (694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Salkım
Salkım has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 516 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,833/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1509°N, 37.6933°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 58 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
Salkım has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 40°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Salkım
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dost FM | talk & speech | MP3 128 kbps |
Stadiums & Teams in Salkım
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salkım
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport | GZT | Large Airport |
| Kahramanmaraş Airport | KCM | Medium Airport |
| Minaq Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Salkım
What is the population of Salkım?
Salkım has a population of 870 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4,833 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salkım?
Salkım enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches.