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Tercan, Turkey

Erzincan · Turkey

Tercan is a small city in Erzincan, Turkey with a population of 12,235. Elevation: 4,633 ft (1,412 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,235 Population 21/sq mi density
4,633 ft Elevation 1,412 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population12,235
Density21/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation4,633 ft (1,412 m)
Population12,235
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation4,633 ft (1,412 m)
Coordinates39.7771°, 40.3778°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzincan
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (561 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)

About Tercan

Tercan is a small city in Turkey (Erzincan) with a population of 12,235. The city sits at an elevation of 4,633 feet (1,412 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Tercan

Tercan has an average annual temperature of 6.3°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -7.4°C / 19°F -20.5° / 3.4° 51.7
Feb -6.5°C / 20°F -21.4° / 4.1° 40.5
Mar -1.2°C / 30°F -13.7° / 11.4° 81.2
Apr 5.5°C / 42°F -6.4° / 18° 57.7
May 9.5°C / 49°F -3.1° / 22.6° 72.8
Jun 15.7°C / 60°F 3.9° / 27.2° 42.2
Jul 18.2°C / 65°F 4.9° / 31.1° 39.5
Aug 19.8°C / 68°F 7.4° / 32.2° 21.5
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 1.8° / 29.2° 43.5
Oct 8.8°C / 48°F -3.6° / 21.8° 51.0
Nov 1.7°C / 35°F -9.7° / 14.3° 59.3
Dec -3.6°C / 26°F -15.6° / 6.9° 42.9
Tercan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,633 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below Turkey avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,633 ft (1,412 m)
Area596.9 sq mi (1,546.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates39.7771°N, 40.3778°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.11"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

339 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 67 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 86 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 53 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 107 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 49 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 47 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 64 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 42 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 61 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 41 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 122 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 64 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 86 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 43 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 51 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 131 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 36 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 68 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 107 km
Dec 5, 1995 26 km ENE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.3 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
March 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in Wettest
May 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Tercan has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.1") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Tercan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Atatürk İlkokulu - - - -
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Radio Stations near Tercan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Tercan

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tercan Öğretmenevi

Train Stations in Tercan

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karasu
Mercan

Gas Stations in Tercan

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #2565914423
TR #2565914426
TR #2565914464
TR #2565914478
TR #2565914481
TR #4792954755

Ski Resorts Near Tercan

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kandilli Biathlon Facility 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Tercan

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salyazı Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Tercan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PTT Tercan

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 Tercan

What is the population of Tercan?

Tercan has a population of 12,235 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 596.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tercan?

Tercan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

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