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Takbaş, Turkey
Mersin · Turkey
Takbaş is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 828. Elevation: 518 ft (158 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 828 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9455°, 34.8359° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Mersin |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.2 inches (692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Takbaş
Takbaş is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 828. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet (158 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Takbaş
Takbaş has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.8°C), the coldest is Jan (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 783.4 sq mi (2,029.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9455°N, 34.8359°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | — | 1,800 | 147 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (136 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Karapinar Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,302 m (4,272 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Hasan Dagi | Stratovolcano | 3,253 m (10,673 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Acigol-Nevsehir | Caldera | 1,683 m (5,522 ft) | -2080 | 178 km |
| Erciyes Dagi | Stratovolcano | 3,864 m (12,677 ft) | -6880 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
Takbaş has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Takbaş
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rasim Dokur Anadolu Lisesi | — | — | — | — |
| Uluslararası Ashabı Kehf Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Takbaş
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yaren FM | folk music, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tarsus FM | country music, musiki | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KURAN ve TÜRKÇE MEAL | dini, eğitim | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radyo Hayat | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| KENT RADYO | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADYO ÜLKÜ | — | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| KURAN VE MEAL | — | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Takbaş
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk House | ||||
| Kent Tarihi Müzesi | ||||
| Mersin Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Mersin Naval Museum | ||||
| Tarsus Müzesi |
Libraries in Takbaş
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethem Çalışkan Okuma Salonu | 0.0 | |||||
| Ethem Çalışkan Okuma Salonu | 0.0 | |||||
| Hal Mahallesi Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Hal Mahallesi Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Kültür Merkezi | 0.0 | |||||
| Kültürhane | 0.0 | |||||
| Kültürhane | 0.0 | |||||
| Mersin Ayşe Ecevit Anadolu Masal Evi | 0.0 | |||||
| Mersin İl Halk Kütüphanesi Binası | 0.0 | |||||
| T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı Huzurkent Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| T.C. Kültür Bakanlığı Huzurkent Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Ülkü Ongun Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Takbaş
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anıt Mahallesi Kapalı Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Anıt Mahallesi Kapalı Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Bağlar Mahallesi Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Çarşamba Pazarı | |||||
| Junk Market | |||||
| Kıbrıs Çarşısı | |||||
| Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Tarihi Siptilli Çarşısı | |||||
| Temiz Halk Pazarı | |||||
| Temiz Halk Pazarı | |||||
| Toroslar Balık Pazarı | |||||
| Yeni Mahalle Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Zeki Ayan Mahallesi Pazartesi Pazarı | |||||
| Zeytin Pazarı |
Hotels in Takbaş
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Takbaş
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Takbaş
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Takbaş
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Takbaş
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adana Şakirpaşa Airport | ADA | Large Airport |
| Çukurova International Airport | COV | Large Airport |
| İncirlik Air Base | UAB | Medium Airport |
| Kelaynak Aviation Club Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Takbaş
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Gaziler Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Huzurkent Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Şehit İshak Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Ülkü Köy Aile Sağlığı Merkezi |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Takbaş
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ashab-ı Kehf Camii | |
| Kartaltepe Camii | |
| Sayköy Mahallesi Camii | |
| Sucular Mahallesi Camii | |
| Takbaş Mahallesi Camii | |
| Taşkuyu Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Takbaş
What is the population of Takbaş?
Takbaş has a population of 828 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 783.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Takbaş?
Takbaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.