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Sömek, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Sömek is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 817. Elevation: 2,867 ft (874 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

817 Population 1/sq mi density
2,867 ft Elevation 874 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
27.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population817
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Population817
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Coordinates36.5915°, 34.0807°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (686 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sömek

Sömek is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 817. The city sits at an elevation of 2,867 feet (874 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Sömek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 287 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 27.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,867 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above Turkey avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Area1,342.5 sq mi (3,477.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates36.5915°N, 34.0807°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.0"
29% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.24"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 26, 2024.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 114 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 115 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 80 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 106 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 130 km
Apr 3, 2020 51 km W of Yaylada??, Turkey M4.7 146 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 32 km
Oct 23, 2013 26 km SE of K?zkalesi, Turkey M4.5 41 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 107 km
May 27, 2000 54 km SSW of Karata?, Turkey M4.4 105 km
Oct 7, 1991 10 km SW of Tarsus, Turkey M4.4 72 km
Feb 14, 1995 29 km NNW of Rizokárpaso, Cyprus M4.4 85 km
Apr 24, 1995 17 km WSW of Karaisal?, Turkey M4.4 97 km
Feb 27, 2023 30 km E of Karata?, Turkey M4.4 145 km
Jul 4, 1998 15 km SE of Adana, Turkey M4.4 125 km
Jan 6, 2015 27 km NW of Mersin, Turkey M4.3 51 km
Mar 16, 2023 30 km SE of Kızkalesi, Turkey M4.3 45 km
Oct 17, 1990 36 km SE of ?nönü, Turkey M4.3 51 km
Nov 12, 2001 9 km WSW of Tarsus, Turkey M4.2 72 km
Dec 22, 1998 41 km SSE of Akdere, Turkey M4.2 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (127 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 127 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in
March 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
December 44°F (6°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Sömek has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 40°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Sömek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Narlikuyu Mosaic Museum
Silifke Müzesi
Silifke Müzesi

Farmers Markets in Sömek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Erdemli Kapalı Semt Pazarı
Kapalı Pazar Yeri
Yoğurt ve Balık Pazarı

Stadiums & Teams in Sömek

TeamLeagueDivision

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 Sömek

What is the population of Sömek?

Sömek has a population of 817 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,342.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sömek?

Sömek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches.

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