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Sofular, Turkey

Ankara · Turkey

Sofular is a small town in Ankara, Turkey with a population of 605. Elevation: 3,294 ft (1,004 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

605 Population 1/sq mi density
3,294 ft Elevation 1,004 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
15.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population605
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Population605
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Coordinates39.3014°, 33.0934°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAnkara
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation15.5 inches (394 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.5 inches (14 cm)

About Sofular

Sofular is a small town in Turkey (Ankara) with a population of 605. The city sits at an elevation of 3,294 feet (1,004 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Sofular experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,294 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,294 ft (1,004 m)
Area862.6 sq mi (2,234.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates39.3014°N, 33.0934°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.5"
59% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 5.5"
Wettest Month (May) 2.13"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

173 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 15 km
Jan 10, 2016 13 km SW of Yerköy, Turkey M5.0 111 km
May 15, 2025 14 km ENE of Kulu, Turkey M5.0 23 km
Jan 31, 2008 10 km ENE of Çubuk, Turkey M4.9 108 km
Aug 24, 1999 12 km ESE of Haymana, Turkey M4.9 41 km
Aug 1, 2023 28 km NNE of Konya, Turkey M4.8 140 km
Aug 29, 2023 19 km SW of Kulu, Turkey M4.8 40 km
Feb 12, 2019 13 km WSW of Orta, Turkey M4.8 143 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 120 km
Jul 27, 2011 5 km NE of Ilg?n, Turkey M4.8 147 km
Feb 7, 2000 Central Turkey M4.6 103 km
Feb 9, 2021 18 km N of Tuzlukçu, Turkey M4.6 147 km
Jul 31, 2005 27 km WSW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 18 km
Jul 31, 2005 26 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.5 14 km
Mar 15, 2008 37 km NNE of Altp?nar, Turkey M4.5 25 km
Feb 14, 2007 15 km SSE of Delice, Turkey M4.5 102 km
Jan 23, 2020 12 km WNW of Kalecik, Turkey M4.4 93 km
Aug 9, 2005 6 km SSE of Orta, Turkey M4.4 141 km
Jul 31, 2005 25 km SW of Karakeçili, Turkey M4.4 17 km
Jan 23, 2020 13 km ENE of Akyurt, Turkey M4.4 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acigol-Nevsehir (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 157 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 160 km
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in
March 42°F (5°C) 1.6 in
April 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in Wettest
June 65°F (19°C) 1.0 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in

Sofular has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and August the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Sofular

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kulu Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Gas Stations in Sofular

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best
Milangaz
Petrol Ofisi
Petrol Ofisi
Petrol Ofisi
Shell
TR #5038483389

Airports Near Sofular

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Etimesgut Air BaseANKMedium Airport
Temelli Air BaseMedium Airport
Güvercinlik AirportSmall 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 Sofular

What is the population of Sofular?

Sofular has a population of 605 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 862.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sofular?

Sofular has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.5 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.

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