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Sarıyahşi, Turkey

Aksaray · Turkey

Sarıyahşi is a small city in Aksaray, Turkey with a population of 8,704. Elevation: 3,186 ft (971 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,704 Population 75/sq mi density
3,186 ft Elevation 971 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
16.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population8,704
Density75/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation3,186 ft (971 m)
Population8,704
Population Density75 / sq mi
Elevation3,186 ft (971 m)
Coordinates38.9835°, 33.8414°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAksaray
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation16.1 inches (409 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (15 cm)

About Sarıyahşi

Sarıyahşi is a small city in Turkey (Aksaray) with a population of 8,704. The city sits at an elevation of 3,186 feet (971 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Sarıyahşi

Sarıyahşi has an average annual temperature of 12.5°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.3°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 389 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.8°C / 33°F -4° / 5.6° 55.9
Feb 2.7°C / 37°F -3.1° / 8.5° 32.8
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 0.2° / 12.9° 37.7
Apr 11°C / 52°F 4.3° / 17.7° 28.9
May 15.9°C / 61°F 8.8° / 23° 42.3
Jun 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.6° 47.3
Jul 24°C / 75°F 16.7° / 31.2° 7.5
Aug 24.3°C / 76°F 17° / 31.6° 7.0
Sep 19.9°C / 68°F 12.2° / 27.6° 19.4
Oct 14°C / 57°F 7.2° / 20.7° 34.1
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 1.1° / 13.6° 34.4
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F -1.8° / 7.4° 41.5
Sarıyahşi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,186 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,186 ft (971 m)
Area116.4 sq mi (301.5 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates38.9835°N, 33.8414°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.1"
58% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 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 82 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 112 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 78 km
May 15, 2025 14 km ENE of Kulu, Turkey M5.0 55 km
Aug 24, 1999 12 km ESE of Haymana, Turkey M4.9 113 km
Mar 10, 2023 10 km WNW of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.8 135 km
Aug 1, 2023 28 km NNE of Konya, Turkey M4.8 144 km
Aug 29, 2023 19 km SW of Kulu, Turkey M4.8 80 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 136 km
Mar 7, 2023 15 km W of Hac?lar, Turkey M4.7 130 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 103 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 95 km
Jul 31, 2005 27 km WSW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 83 km
Mar 15, 2008 37 km NNE of Altp?nar, Turkey M4.5 96 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 130 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 113 km
Jul 31, 2005 26 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 73 km
Jan 23, 2020 12 km WNW of Kalecik, Turkey M4.4 137 km
Jul 31, 2005 25 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.4 79 km
Jan 23, 2020 13 km ENE of Akyurt, Turkey M4.4 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acigol-Nevsehir (84 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 84 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 99 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 148 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 148 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in Wettest

Sarıyahşi has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 31°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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Gas Stations in Sarıyahşi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #2241330920

Airports Near Sarıyahşi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nevşehir Kapadokya AirportNAVLarge Airport
Aksaray Airport-Small Airport

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 Sarıyahşi

What is the population of Sarıyahşi?

Sarıyahşi has a population of 8,704 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 116.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarıyahşi?

Sarıyahşi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

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