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Samankaya, Turkey
Hatay · Turkey
Samankaya is a small town in Hatay, Turkey with a population of 1,272. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,272 |
| Population Density | 592 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.1503°, 36.1283° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Hatay |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.6 inches (1,005 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samankaya
Samankaya is a small town in Turkey (Hatay) with a population of 1,272. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 592/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1503°N, 36.1283°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis 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 | 139 km |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 9 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 6 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
Samankaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 46°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.7") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Samankaya
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gümüşgöze İlk Öğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Samankaya
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SÜPER SHOW RADYO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95.1 TEMPO RADYO HATAY | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ANTAKYA RENK FM HATAY | hafif müzik, halk müziği | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Samankaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatay Archaeology Museum | ||||
| Hatay Şehir Müzesi | ||||
| Musadağ Müzesi | ||||
| Necmi Asfuroglu Antakya Museum |
Farmers Markets in Samankaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antakya Gastronomi Çarşısı | |||||
| Antakya Gastronomi Çarşısı | |||||
| Aydın Market | |||||
| Hatay Kültür Sanat Çarşısı | |||||
| Konya Hatay Kardeşlik Çarşısı |
Hotels in Samankaya
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Samankaya
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Samankaya
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Samankaya
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samankaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samankaya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hatay Airport | HTY | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Murshid Sarhan Agricultural Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samankaya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Çardaklı 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 Samankaya?
Samankaya has a population of 1,272 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 592 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samankaya?
Samankaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.