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Şarköy, Turkey

Balıkesir · Turkey

Şarköy is a small town in Balıkesir, Turkey with a population of 506. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

506 Population 2/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population506
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population506
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates39.4817°, 26.9788°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBalıkesir
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Şarköy

Şarköy is a small town in Turkey (Balıkesir) with a population of 506. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Şarköy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above Turkey avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area216.0 sq mi (559.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates39.4817°N, 26.9788°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6,165 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 27, 2025.

Jun 12, 2017 5 km S of Plomári, Greece M6.3 81 km
Aug 10, 2025 10 km WSW of Bigadiç, Turkey M6.1 90 km
Nov 6, 1992 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M6.1 147 km
Nov 14, 1997 36 km SSW of Eresós, Greece M6.0 123 km
Apr 10, 2003 10 km ENE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.8 140 km
Jul 6, 2003 28 km NNE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.7 135 km
Jan 8, 2013 47 km ESE of Mýrina, Greece M5.7 125 km
Jan 22, 2020 15 km ESE of K?rka?aç, Turkey M5.6 87 km
May 24, 1994 4 km NE of Karaburun, Turkey M5.5 98 km
Jan 28, 1994 7 km SW of Saruhanl?, Turkey M5.4 98 km
Feb 6, 2017 25 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.3 80 km
Feb 12, 2017 24 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.3 78 km
Feb 7, 2017 18 km NNW of Míthymna, Greece M5.3 76 km
Jul 6, 2003 30 km NE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.3 127 km
Jun 17, 2017 10 km SSE of Plomári, Greece M5.2 82 km
Feb 1, 2021 11 km SW of Polichnítos, Greece M5.2 93 km
Feb 6, 2017 23 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.2 78 km
Jun 15, 2004 26 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.2 142 km
Apr 17, 2003 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.2 147 km
Jul 25, 1999 14 km SW of Bigadiç, Turkey M5.2 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1912 MARMARA SEA Eruption + Earthquake 2.7 m 2,800 139 km
1949 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 7 95 km
2017 LESBOS Earthquake 0.2 m 1 81 km
1944 EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 30 34 km
1935 MARMARA SEA Eruption + Earthquake 5 133 km
1867 LESBOS Earthquake 563 59 km
1856 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 126 km
1668 SMYRNA, W. TURKEY Earthquake 121 km
1389 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2 134 km
1265 MARMARA SEA Earthquake 140 km
543 BLACK SEA Earthquake 115 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (167 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
September 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
December 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest

Şarköy has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Şarköy

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Halit Selçuk İlkokulu
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Radio Stations near Şarköy

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Batı Radyo classical AAC+ 64 kbps
105FM (GR) antifa news, electronic MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Şarköy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alibey Kudar Etnografya Müzesi
Ayşe Sıdıka Erke Etnografya Müzesi
Bizimköy Hareketli Etnoğrafya Galerisi
İda Madra Geoparkı
Kuvayi Milliye Kültür Müzesi

Libraries in Şarköy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Edremit İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi0.0
Güre Özel Gülen Güray Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Şarköy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Burhaniye Sebze Pazarı
Dereören Köy Pazarı
Dilara Bal Evi Doğal Köy Ürünleri
Güre Kapalı Pazaryeri
Havran Cuma Pazarı
Havran Kapalı Pazar Yeri
Market square
Öğretmenler Mahallesi Halk pazarı
Sunday market

Hotels in Şarköy

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daidalos Butik Otel
Teomida Hotel

Restaurants in Şarköy

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beydağ Restaurant

Cafes in Şarköy

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe De Simare
Dem Bahçe
Laleli Kahvaltı

Theatres in Şarköy

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Taylıeli Amfi Tiyatrosu

Stadiums & Teams in Şarköy

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Şarköy

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balıkesir Koca Seyit AirportEDOLarge Airport
Çanakkale AirportCKZMedium Airport
Mytilene International AirportMJTMedium Airport
Assos Aviation Village AirportSmall Airport
Fly Pergamon Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Sarımsaklı AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Şarköy

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ümmü Gülsüm Cami

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 Şarköy

What is the population of Şarköy?

Şarköy has a population of 506 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 216.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Şarköy?

Şarköy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.

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