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Tavas, Turkey
Denizli · Turkey
Tavas is a small city in Denizli, Turkey with a population of 11,584. Elevation: 3,110 ft (948 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,584 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,110 ft (948 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5735°, 29.0706° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Denizli |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (654 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tavas
Tavas is a small city in Turkey (Denizli) with a population of 11,584. The city sits at an elevation of 3,110 feet (948 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Tavas
Tavas has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 582 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,110 ft (948 m) |
| Area | 612.0 sq mi (1,585.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5735°N, 29.0706°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | - | 147 km |
| 1851 | ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 1.8 m | - | 135 km |
| 1851 | FETIYE, ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 120 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Tavas has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 36°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (0.5").
Schools in Tavas
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tavas Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Fitnat Hanım Özel Yurdu | - | - | - | - |
| Tavas Zeybekler Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Gazi İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Tavas İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Mehmet Kısaoğlu Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Özay Gönlüm Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Tavas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk ve Etnografya Müzesi | ||||
| Nikfer Şehit Anıtı | ||||
| Nikfer Tarih Müzesi |
Libraries in Tavas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denizli 100. Yıl Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Denizli 100. Yıl Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Denizli 100. Yıl Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Merkez Kütüphane | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tavas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1200 Evler Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Adalet Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Akhan Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Akhan Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Akhan Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Akhan Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Bahçelievler Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Barbaros Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Çarşamba Pazarı Alanı | |||||
| DBB Sebze Meyve Hal Kompleksi | |||||
| DBB Sebze Meyve Hal Kompleksi Bostan Hali | |||||
| Denizli Sosyete Pazarı | |||||
| Eskihisar Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Göveçlik Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Gültepe Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| İlbade Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Kapalı Çarşı | |||||
| Karahasanlı Açık Pazaryeri | |||||
| Karşıyaka Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Karşıyaka Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Market square | |||||
| Pazar Yeri | |||||
| Pelitlibağ Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Selçuk Bey Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Şemikler Açık Pazaryeri | |||||
| Şemikler Kapalı Pazaryeri | |||||
| Tarihi Kaleiçi Çarşısı | |||||
| Tavas Canlı Hayvan Borsası ve Pazarı | |||||
| Yenimahalle Kapalı Pazaryeri |
Restaurants in Tavas
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tavas
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tavas
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tavas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tavas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tavas
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Çardak Airport | DNZ | Medium Airport |
| Çardak Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tavas
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Çamlık Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Çamlık Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Denizli Diyaliz | ||
| Denizli Diyaliz | ||
| Denizli Ticaret Odası Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Denizli Ticaret Odası Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Kıbrıs Şehitleri Semt Polikliniği | ||
| Kıbrıs Şehitleri Semt Polikliniği | ||
| Kınıklı Aile Sağlığı Merkezi | ||
| Kınıklı Aile Sağlığı Merkezi |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tavas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mestanağa Camii | |
| Yumuklar Mescidi |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tavas
What is the population of Tavas?
Tavas has a population of 11,584 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 612.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tavas?
Tavas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.