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Sarıkemer, Turkey
Aydın · Turkey
Sarıkemer is a small town in Aydın, Turkey with a population of 2,698. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Sarıkemer
Sarıkemer is a neighbourhood of the municipality and district of Söke, Aydın Province, Turkey. Its population is 2,103 (2022). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde). It is situated in the alluvial plain of the Büyükmenderes River, known as the Maeander in antiquity, which flows within the town. Sarıkemer is 24 kilometres (15 mi) south of Söke and 75 kilometres (47 mi) southwest of Aydın. The main economic activity of the town is cotton farming. The site of the ancient town of Pyrrha is reputedly located near the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,698 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5661°, 27.3643° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Aydın |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sarıkemer
Sarıkemer is a small town in Turkey (Aydın) with a population of 2,698. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 552.6 sq mi (1,431.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5661°N, 27.3643°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.3 m (17 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 63 km |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 150 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 71 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 122 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | — | — | 96 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | 2 | 132 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 60 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | — | — | 85 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (111 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 111 km |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
Sarıkemer has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Sarıkemer
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarıkemer Emine Gezerler Ortaokulu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sarıkemer
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ράδιο Σάμος 102 (GR) | greek music, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Αρμονία 103.2 (GR) | greek music, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Sezen Radyo | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Θάλασσα και Παράδοση (GR) | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Sarıkemer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilek Peninsula National Park | ||||
| Miletus museum | ||||
| Oleatrium Zeytin ve Zeytinyağı Tarihi Müzesi |
Libraries in Sarıkemer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eski Kilise Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sarıkemer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akbük Cuma Pazarı | |||||
| Akbük Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Akbük Salı Pazarı | |||||
| Atakent Pazarı | |||||
| Aykuştur Pazarı | |||||
| Çarşamba Pazarı | |||||
| Didim Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Güzelçamlı Sahil Pazarı | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Mavişehir Pazarı | |||||
| Nazilli Pazarı | |||||
| Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Söke Yenikent Halk Pazarı (Pazartesi) |
Cafes in Sarıkemer
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sarıkemer
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sarıkemer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sarıkemer
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adnan Menderes International Airport | ADB | Large Airport |
| Milas Bodrum International Airport | BJV | Large Airport |
| Samos Airport | SMI | Medium Airport |
| Aydın Çıldır Airport | CII | Small Airport |
| Bodrum-Imsık Airport | BXN | Small Airport |
| Kalymnos Airport | JKL | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
| Selçuk Efes Airport | IZM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarıkemer
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sarıkemer
What is the population of Sarıkemer?
Sarıkemer has a population of 2,698 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 552.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarıkemer?
Sarıkemer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.