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Sarıkaya, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Sarıkaya is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 655. Elevation: 4,344 ft (1,324 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

655 Population 1/sq mi density
4,344 ft Elevation 1,324 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population655
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation4,344 ft (1,324 m)
Population655
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,344 ft (1,324 m)
Coordinates36.7618°, 34.1126°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (610 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)

About Sarıkaya

Sarıkaya is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 655. The city sits at an elevation of 4,344 feet (1,324 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Sarıkaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,344 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,344 ft (1,324 m)
Area1,115.4 sq mi (2,888.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates36.7618°N, 34.1126°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.0"
37% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

115 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 4, 2024.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 107 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 108 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 136 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 80 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 99 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 122 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 147 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 96 km
Oct 23, 2013 26 km SE of K?zkalesi, Turkey M4.5 56 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 135 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 21 km
Apr 24, 1995 17 km WSW of Karaisal?, Turkey M4.4 83 km
Oct 7, 1991 10 km SW of Tarsus, Turkey M4.4 64 km
Feb 14, 1995 29 km NNW of Rizokárpaso, Cyprus M4.4 103 km
May 27, 2000 54 km SSW of Karata?, Turkey M4.4 112 km
Feb 27, 2023 30 km E of Karata?, Turkey M4.4 143 km
Jul 4, 1998 15 km SE of Adana, Turkey M4.4 118 km
Oct 17, 1990 36 km SE of ?nönü, Turkey M4.3 33 km
Mar 16, 2023 30 km SE of Kızkalesi, Turkey M4.3 61 km
Jan 6, 2015 27 km NW of Mersin, Turkey M4.3 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (110 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 110 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 152 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 3.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Sarıkaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in Sarıkaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Erdemli Kapalı Semt Pazarı

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarıkaya

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aydınlar Mah. Merkez Camii
Çadırkent Camii
Çerçili Mah. Merkez Camii
Fatih Camii
Hocalar Camii
Hocaoğlukuyusu Camii
Kocahasanlı Camii
Körlü Camii
Limonlu Camii
Ohut Camii
Sarıkaya Mah. 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 Sarıkaya

What is the population of Sarıkaya?

Sarıkaya has a population of 655 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,115.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarıkaya?

Sarıkaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow.

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