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Taraksu, Turkey

Adıyaman Province · Turkey

Taraksu is a small town in Adıyaman Province, Turkey with a population of 1,940. Elevation: 2,913 ft (888 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,940 Population 7/sq mi density
2,913 ft Elevation 888 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population1,940
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Population1,940
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Coordinates38.1542°, 39.1484°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceAdıyaman Province
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.7 inches (35 cm)

About Taraksu

Taraksu is a small town in Turkey (Adıyaman Province) with a population of 1,940. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet (888 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Taraksu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 319 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 39.2 inches. The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above Turkey avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,913 ft (888 m)
Area273.1 sq mi (707.2 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates38.1542°N, 39.1484°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 13.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.40"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

466 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 14, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 32 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 149 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 107 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 35 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 93 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 119 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 21 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 27 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 85 km
Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 87 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 100 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 22 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 132 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 28 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 132 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 145 km
Feb 6, 2023 eastern Turkey M5.4 85 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 45 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey M5.3 53 km
Feb 6, 2023 16 km WSW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.3 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
February 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Taraksu has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 36°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Taraksu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sengeto İlkokulu - - - -
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Castles in Taraksu

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bibol Kalesi

Stadiums & Teams in Taraksu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Taraksu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Şanlıurfa GAP AirportGNYLarge Airport
Adıyaman AirportADFMedium Airport
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium 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 Taraksu

What is the population of Taraksu?

Taraksu has a population of 1,940 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 273.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Taraksu?

Taraksu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 13.7 inches of snow.

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