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Saraykent, Turkey

Yozgat · Turkey

Saraykent is a small city in Yozgat, Turkey with a population of 11,175. Elevation: 3,661 ft (1,116 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

11,175 Population 46/sq mi density
3,661 ft Elevation 1,116 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
17.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Saraykent

Saraykent is a town in Yozgat Province in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey. The former name of the town is Karamağara. It is the seat of Saraykent District. Its population is 5,687 (2022). Its elevation is 1,149 m (3,770 ft).

People

Population11,175
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Population11,175
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Coordinates39.6936°, 35.5111°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceYozgat
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.1 inches (433 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)

About Saraykent

Saraykent is a small city in Turkey (Yozgat) with a population of 11,175. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet (1,116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Saraykent

Saraykent has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 422 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.9°C / 29°F -14.4° / 10.5° 54.5
Feb -0.7°C / 31°F -13.7° / 13.1° 31.2
Mar 2.1°C / 36°F -8.3° / 16.9° 57.7
Apr 8.3°C / 47°F -4.9° / 22.3° 41.9
May 12.8°C / 55°F -0.6° / 27.6° 51.6
Jun 17.8°C / 64°F 6.5° / 30.8° 55.7
Jul 20.2°C / 68°F 8.3° / 35° 13.3
Aug 21.7°C / 71°F 9.6° / 36.4° 9.3
Sep 17.4°C / 63°F 5.4° / 32.3° 22.1
Oct 12°C / 54°F 0.4° / 26° 12.4
Nov 5.5°C / 42°F -6.3° / 18.6° 34.9
Dec 1.3°C / 34°F -8° / 13.5° 38.1
Saraykent experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 305 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Area242.2 sq mi (627.2 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates39.6936°N, 35.5111°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.1"
55% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 5.3"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

155 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 119 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 124 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 50 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 77 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 102 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 100 km
Jan 17, 2022 5 km SW of Sar?o?lan, Turkey M4.9 80 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 112 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 122 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 134 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 116 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 119 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 109 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 106 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 52 km
Jun 11, 1999 15 km ENE of ?ark??la, Turkey M4.6 95 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 130 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 133 km
Feb 2, 2021 9 km SSE of Gemerek, Turkey M4.5 83 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake 60,000 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (129 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 129 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 150 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in Wettest
May 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in

Saraykent has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Saraykent

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Sinerji MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Saraykent

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #12165369982
TR #2319407506
TR #2319407625
TR #3186700076
TR #4815643363
TR #4815643385
TR #4815643386
TR #4815643387

Stadiums & Teams in Saraykent

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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 Saraykent

What is the population of Saraykent?

Saraykent has a population of 11,175 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 242.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Saraykent?

Saraykent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.

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