Tercan, Turkey
Erzincan · Turkey
Tercan is a small city in Erzincan, Turkey with a population of 17,623. Elevation: 4,633 ft (1,412 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 17,623 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7771°, 40.3778° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Erzincan |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Tercan
Tercan is a small city in Turkey (Erzincan) with a population of 17,623. 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,633 ft (1,412 m) |
| Area | 596.9 sq mi (1,546.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7771°N, 40.3778°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in Tercan
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tercan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Tercan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tercan
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tercan
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
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.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Salyazı Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tercan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT Tercan |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tercan
What is the population of Tercan?
Tercan has a population of 17,623 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 30 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. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.
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