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Tırtar, Turkey

Mersin · Turkey

Tırtar is a small town in Mersin, Turkey with a population of 2,733. Elevation: 5,121 ft (1,561 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

2,733 Population 3/sq mi density
5,121 ft Elevation 1,561 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Tırtar

Tırtar is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Toroslar, Mersin Province, Turkey. Its population is 221 (2022). The village is in Toros Mountains and the distance to Mersin city center is about 55 kilometres (34 mi). The name of the village refers to a once-nomadic Turkmen tribe. The main economic activity of the village is agriculture.

People

Population2,733
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Population2,733
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Coordinates37.0543°, 34.3453°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMersin
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (563 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)

About Tırtar

Tırtar is a small town in Turkey (Mersin) with a population of 2,733. The city sits at an elevation of 5,121 feet (1,561 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Tırtar

Tırtar 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.6°C / 53°F 7.8° / 15.3° 114.3
Feb 12.3°C / 54°F 8.3° / 16.3° 79.3
Mar 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19° 55.8
Apr 18.4°C / 65°F 14.5° / 22.2° 34.8
May 22.4°C / 72°F 18.7° / 26° 28.0
Jun 26°C / 79°F 22.7° / 29.4° 11.2
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 26° / 32.3° 6.6
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 26.4° / 33.1° 5.4
Sep 27.2°C / 81°F 23.2° / 31.3° 10.0
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 18.7° / 28° 36.2
Nov 17.9°C / 64°F 13.3° / 22.5° 82.3
Dec 13.4°C / 56°F 9.3° / 17.4° 163.0
Tırtar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,121 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below Turkey avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,121 ft (1,561 m)
Area1,115.4 sq mi (2,888.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.0543°N, 34.3453°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
42% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.27"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 4, 2024.

Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 88 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 89 km
Feb 25, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M5.2 108 km
Jan 3, 1994 3 km SE of Ceyhan, Turkey M5.0 133 km
Jul 29, 2015 35 km W of Karata?, Turkey M4.9 78 km
Feb 10, 1994 6 km S of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.9 132 km
Oct 18, 2001 14 km SW of Adana, Turkey M4.7 79 km
Aug 16, 2023 10 km NNE of Aladağ, Turkey M4.7 115 km
Jun 28, 1998 12 km E of Adana, Turkey M4.7 100 km
Oct 23, 2013 26 km SE of K?zkalesi, Turkey M4.5 85 km
Feb 24, 2023 15 km ENE of Emirgazi, Turkey M4.5 107 km
Jul 24, 2009 14 km NW of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 131 km
Jun 29, 2011 7 km SE of Kozan, Turkey M4.5 141 km
Feb 2, 2019 14 km N of Ceyhan, Turkey M4.5 128 km
May 18, 2007 15 km NNE of Karaman, Turkey M4.5 98 km
Oct 4, 2024 32 km NW of Karapınar, Turkey M4.5 134 km
Apr 23, 2011 18 km ESE of Alada?, Turkey M4.5 119 km
Sep 30, 2011 17 km SW of Yahyal?, Turkey M4.5 130 km
Aug 18, 2004 9 km N of P?narba??, Turkey M4.5 30 km
Oct 7, 1991 10 km SW of Tarsus, Turkey M4.4 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Karapinar Field (95 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Karapinar Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,302 m (4,272 ft) Unknown 95 km
Hasan Dagi Stratovolcano 3,253 m (10,673 ft) Unknown 121 km
Acigol-Nevsehir Caldera 1,683 m (5,522 ft) -2080 167 km
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 2.5 in
March 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Tırtar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and August the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Tırtar

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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 Tırtar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gözne Kalesi

Farmers Markets in Tırtar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ayvagediği Pazar Yeri
Soğucak Pazar Yeri

Stadiums & Teams in Tırtar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tırtar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Çukurova International AirportCOVLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tırtar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Değnek Mahallesi Camii
Kurudere Mahallesi Camii
Sadiye Cami
Yavca Mahallesi Yeni Cami

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 Tırtar

What is the population of Tırtar?

Tırtar has a population of 2,733 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,115.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tırtar?

Tırtar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.

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