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Tahtaköprü, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Tahtaköprü is a small town in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 1,848. Elevation: 3,747 ft (1,142 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,848 Population 3/sq mi density
3,747 ft Elevation 1,142 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population1,848
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Population1,848
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Coordinates41.1013°, 35.0007°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation21.9 inches (557 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)

About Tahtaköprü

Tahtaköprü is a small town in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 1,848. The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet (1,142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Tahtaköprü experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,747 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Area647.9 sq mi (1,677.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates41.1013°N, 35.0007°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.9"
42% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (May) 2.72"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 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 48 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 46 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 147 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 87 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 95 km
Aug 17, 2000 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey M4.8 103 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 50 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 98 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 52 km
Aug 5, 1990 14 km ENE of Sulakyurt, Turkey M4.8 138 km
Feb 12, 2021 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey M4.6 128 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 145 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 85 km
Nov 22, 2009 15 km N of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 124 km
Jul 21, 2013 8 km SSW of ?hsangazi, Turkey M4.5 125 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 89 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 83 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 20 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 59 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 60 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 85 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 1.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in

Tahtaköprü has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 29°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Tahtaköprü

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Akören İlkokulu
Gökdere İlkokulu
Yaylabaşı İlkokulu
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Libraries in Tahtaköprü

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gümüşhacıköy İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Tahtaköprü

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Osmancık Kapalı Pazar Alanı
Yöresel Ürünler Pazarı

Clinics in Tahtaköprü

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sağlık Evi

Airports Near Tahtaköprü

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amasya Merzifon AirportMZHSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tahtaköprü

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gökdere Köyü Camii

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 Tahtaköprü

What is the population of Tahtaköprü?

Tahtaköprü has a population of 1,848 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 647.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tahtaköprü?

Tahtaköprü has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

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