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Sarıkaraman, Turkey

Aksaray · Turkey

Sarıkaraman is a small town in Aksaray, Turkey with a population of 1,036. Elevation: 3,655 ft (1,114 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

1,036 Population 4/sq mi density
3,655 ft Elevation 1,114 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
14.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Sarıkaraman

Sarıkaraman is a village in the Ortaköy District, Aksaray Province, Turkey. Its population is 1,036 (2021). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde).

People

Population1,036
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation3,655 ft (1,114 m)
Population1,036
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,655 ft (1,114 m)
Coordinates38.7711°, 34.1952°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAksaray
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation14.9 inches (378 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.9 inches (12 cm)

About Sarıkaraman

Sarıkaraman is a small town in Turkey (Aksaray) with a population of 1,036. The city sits at an elevation of 3,655 feet (1,114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Sarıkaraman experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,655 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,655 ft (1,114 m)
Area280.7 sq mi (727.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates38.7711°N, 34.1952°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.9"
61% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.97"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

93 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.0 on May 15, 2025.

Jul 30, 2005 30 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M5.2 121 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 90 km
May 15, 2025 14 km ENE of Kulu, Turkey M5.0 92 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 89 km
Aug 29, 2023 19 km SW of Kulu, Turkey M4.8 112 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 101 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 95 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 126 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 124 km
Jul 31, 2005 27 km WSW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 121 km
Mar 15, 2008 37 km NNE of Altp?nar, Turkey M4.5 135 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 117 km
Jul 31, 2005 26 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 112 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 125 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 91 km
Dec 14, 1998 14 km NNW of Bünyan, Turkey M4.5 140 km
Oct 5, 2012 2 km NE of Kaman, Turkey M4.4 77 km
Jul 31, 2005 25 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.4 117 km
Aug 1, 2005 34 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.3 121 km
Feb 8, 2004 12 km W of Altp?nar, Turkey M4.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acigol-Nevsehir (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 45 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 71 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 112 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in Wettest
May 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (19°C) 1.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in

Sarıkaraman has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sarıkaraman

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Durhasanlı İlkokulu
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Airports Near Sarıkaraman

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nevşehir Kapadokya AirportNAVLarge Airport
Aksaray AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarıkaraman

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eski Cami, Sarıkaman Köyü

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 Sarıkaraman

What is the population of Sarıkaraman?

Sarıkaraman has a population of 1,036 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 280.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarıkaraman?

Sarıkaraman has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches, with 4.9 inches of snow.

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