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Şaphane, Turkey

Kütahya · Turkey

Şaphane is a small city in Kütahya, Turkey with a population of 5,085. Elevation: 3,261 ft (994 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,085 Population 30/sq mi density
3,261 ft Elevation 994 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Şaphane

Şaphane, formerly Abşeker, is a town in Kütahya Province in the Aegean region of Turkey. It is the seat of Şaphane District. Its population is 2,853 (2022). Its elevation is 1,128 m (3,701 ft).

People

Population5,085
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Population5,085
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Coordinates39.0273°, 29.2222°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKütahya
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)

About Şaphane

Şaphane is a small city in Turkey (Kütahya) with a population of 5,085. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet (994 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Şaphane experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Area168.2 sq mi (435.6 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates39.0273°N, 29.2222°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.9"
24% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6,008 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 27, 2025.

Oct 1, 1995 2 km W of Dinar, Turkey M6.4 133 km
Aug 10, 2025 10 km WSW of Bigadiç, Turkey M6.1 111 km
Aug 8, 2019 9 km ESE of Baklan, Turkey M5.9 128 km
May 19, 2011 12 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.8 17 km
Jan 22, 2020 15 km ESE of K?rka?aç, Turkey M5.6 120 km
Apr 21, 2000 10 km NNE of Honaz, Turkey M5.5 132 km
Feb 3, 2002 11 km ENE of I??klar, Turkey M5.5 147 km
Jul 23, 2003 14 km N of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 100 km
Jul 26, 2003 8 km ESE of Buldan, Turkey M5.4 115 km
Apr 4, 1998 4 km N of Dinar, Turkey M5.3 131 km
May 3, 2012 13 km NE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 20 km
Jun 26, 2020 13 km NW of Gölmarmara, Turkey M5.2 126 km
Jan 21, 1997 10 km NNW of Akköy, Turkey M5.2 110 km
Jul 25, 1999 14 km SW of Bigadiç, Turkey M5.2 110 km
Feb 17, 2009 5 km ENE of Simav, Turkey M5.2 18 km
May 27, 2017 10 km NW of Gölmarmara, Turkey M5.1 124 km
Aug 31, 2021 19 km W of ?hsaniye, Turkey M5.1 84 km
Oct 1, 1995 3 km SE of Dinar, Turkey M5.0 138 km
Apr 25, 2008 6 km N of Honaz, Turkey M5.0 134 km
Apr 21, 2017 17 km E of Selendi, Turkey M5.0 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (79 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 79 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Şaphane has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 33°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Şaphane

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Üçbaş Köyü İlkokulu - - - -
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Airports Near Şaphane

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Uşak AirportUSQMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Şaphane

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Üçbaş Köyü Aşağı Camii
Üçbaş Köyü Yukarı Camii

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 Şaphane

What is the population of Şaphane?

Şaphane has a population of 5,085 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 168.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Şaphane?

Şaphane has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.

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