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Soma, Turkey
Manisa · Turkey
Soma is a mid-size city in Manisa, Turkey with a population of 65,934. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 65,934 |
| Population Density | 172 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.1855°, 27.6095° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Manisa |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.4 inches (696 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Soma
Soma is a mid-size city in Turkey (Manisa) with a population of 65,934. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet (155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Soma
Soma has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 580 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Area | 382.5 sq mi (990.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1855°N, 27.6095°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 111 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 111 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 95 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 104 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 143 km |
| 543 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
Soma has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Soma
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manisa Celal Bayar Üniversitesi Soma Meslek Yüksekokulu | University | - | , |
Schools in Soma
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Özel Soma İsabet Okulları | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Nakliyeciler Kooperatifi İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| 13 Eylül Gama Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Ertuğrul Gazi İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Naciye Evren İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Linyit Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Sabri Balcı İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fikri Akay İlkokulu ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fatih Ticaret Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Türk-iş Madenciler İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Borsa İstanbul Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Zübeyde Hanım İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fatma Aliye Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Kurtuluş İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Yunus Emre İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Açı Koleji | - | - | - | - |
| Rıfat Dağdelen Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Turgutalp İlkokulu ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Mesleki veTeknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Özel Eğitim Uygulama Merkezi II. Kademe | - | - | - | - |
| Turgutalp Madenciler Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Hüma Hatun Kız Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Turgutalp Mah Imam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Ali Uzunlar Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Ayhan Şahenk İlkokulu ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Namık Kemal İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ayşe Temizel Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Soma Cemil Meriç Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Nuray Sayarı İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Soma
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Türkü Radyo | türkü radyo | MP3 96 kbps |
Hotels in Soma
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Soma
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Soma
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Soma
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Soma
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Soma
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Soma
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport | EDO | Large Airport |
| Akhisar Airport / Akhisar Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Balıkesir Airport | BZI | Medium Airport |
| Çiğli Airbase | IGL | Medium Airport |
| Akhisar Military Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fly Pergamon Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kaklıç Airport | - | Small Airport |
| MANHAT Sportif Havaalanı | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Soma
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bilali Habeşi Cami | |
| Fatih Cami |
Quick Facts
Around Soma
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Soma
2 places within 15 km
- • Köse Dağı
- • Şifa Dağı
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Soma
What is the population of Soma?
Soma has a population of 65,934 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 382.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Soma?
Soma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.