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Sulusaray, Turkey

Tokat Province · Turkey

Sulusaray is a small town in Tokat Province, Turkey with a population of 4,037. Elevation: 3,402 ft (1,037 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,037 Population 38/sq mi density
3,402 ft Elevation 1,037 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
16.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Sulusaray

Sulusaray or Çiftlik, in Antiquity and the early Middle Ages known as Sebastopolis or Heracleopolis (Ἡρακλειούπολις), is a town in Tokat Province in the Black Sea region of Turkey. It is the seat of Sulusaray District. Its population is 4,383 (2022). Sulusaray is about 68 km from the center of Tokat, and about 30 km from Artova town. The site is situated on a plain surrounded by mountains and the Çekerek river runs near it. The mayor is Necmettin Coruk (AKP).

People

Population4,037
Density38/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Population4,037
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Coordinates39.9939°, 36.0840°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTokat Province
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation16.6 inches (422 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)

About Sulusaray

Sulusaray is a small town in Turkey (Tokat Province) with a population of 4,037. The city sits at an elevation of 3,402 feet (1,037 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Sulusaray experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,402 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,402 ft (1,037 m)
Area106.8 sq mi (276.7 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates39.9939°N, 36.0840°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.6"
56% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.32"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

159 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 105 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 108 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 12 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 88 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 65 km
Jan 17, 2022 5 km SW of Sar?o?lan, Turkey M4.9 106 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 124 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 128 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 102 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 91 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 79 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 120 km
Jun 11, 1999 15 km ENE of ?ark??la, Turkey M4.6 76 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 74 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 11 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 133 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 96 km
Oct 17, 2024 23 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.5 113 km
Dec 14, 1998 14 km NNW of Bünyan, Turkey M4.5 117 km
Feb 2, 2021 9 km SSE of Gemerek, Turkey M4.5 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake - 60,000 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (172 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in Wettest
May 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in

Sulusaray has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 28°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Sulusaray

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo Sinerji - MP3 128 kbps

Train Stations in Sulusaray

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yeşilyurt

Gas Stations in Sulusaray

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #12185760478
TR #4295942826
TR #9134680901
TR #9155577699
TR #9323768760
TR #9323768779

Airports Near Sulusaray

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tokat AirportTJKMedium 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 Sulusaray

What is the population of Sulusaray?

Sulusaray has a population of 4,037 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 106.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sulusaray?

Sulusaray has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.6 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

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