Şiran, Turkey
Gümüşhane Province · Turkey
Şiran is a small city in Gümüşhane Province, Turkey with a population of 20,084. Elevation: 4,672 ft (1,424 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Şiran
Şiran is a town in Gümüşhane Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is the seat of Şiran District. Its population is 11,539 (2022). It is one of the points of passage between Eastern Anatolia and Black Sea regions of Turkey, in the sense that the western road departing from Erzincan towards the Zigana Pass has its last urban stop in Şiran. The town lies at an elevation of 1,457 m (4,780 ft)
People
Climate
| Population | 20,084 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,672 ft (1,424 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1906°, 39.1175° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Gümüşhane Province |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (557 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
About Şiran
Şiran is a small city in Turkey (Gümüşhane Province) with a population of 20,084. The city sits at an elevation of 4,672 feet (1,424 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Şiran
Şiran has an average annual temperature of 6.8°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 503 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,672 ft (1,424 m) |
| Area | 358.3 sq mi (927.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1906°N, 39.1175°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 51 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in |
Şiran has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 23°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near Şiran
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Munzur 97.7 | dersim | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Wanderlust | journey, travel | AAC+ 208 kbps | |
| Dost Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Restaurants in Şiran
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Şiran
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Şiran
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Şiran
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Şiran
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ergan Mountain Winter Sports and Eco-Tourism Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Şiran
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Erzincan Airport | ERC | Medium Airport |
| Salyazı Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Şiran
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Şiran
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Çakirkaya monastery |
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Waterfalls Near Şiran
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Şiran.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Tomara Şelalesi |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Şiran
What is the population of Şiran?
Şiran has a population of 20,084 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 358.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Şiran?
Şiran has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.
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