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Yakakent, Turkey

Samsun · Turkey

Yakakent is a small city in Samsun, Turkey with a population of 5,086. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

5,086 Population 65/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
26.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Yakakent

Yakakent

Yakakent is a municipality and district of Samsun Province, Turkey. Its area is 204 km2, and its population is 8,693 (2022). It is located on the Black Sea coast.

People

Population5,086
Density65/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population5,086
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates41.6325°, 35.5289°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSamsun
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (662 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yakakent

Yakakent is a small city in Turkey (Samsun) with a population of 5,086. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Yakakent experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Turkey avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area78.8 sq mi (204.0 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates41.6325°N, 35.5289°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.1"
31% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.23"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.5 on May 12, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 99 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 93 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 148 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 124 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 104 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 101 km
Apr 29, 2005 12 km SSW of Laçin, Turkey M4.8 122 km
May 19, 2006 92 km NE of Sinop, Turkey M4.6 117 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 114 km
May 12, 2025 10 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.5 83 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 94 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 118 km
Jan 9, 2024 12 km NW of Mecitözü, Turkey M4.4 120 km
Mar 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Çorum, Turkey M4.4 131 km
Jun 3, 1993 6 km ESE of Ladik, Turkey M4.3 90 km
May 12, 2025 5 km NW of Gümüşhacıköy, Turkey M4.3 86 km
Aug 12, 2022 16 km NW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 127 km
Jun 3, 2020 14 km SW of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 142 km
Apr 2, 2010 3 km ESE of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 130 km
Jan 14, 2008 16 km W of Çorum, Turkey M4.3 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1598 SOUTH BLACK SEA Eruption + Earthquake 60,000 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Yakakent has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 39°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (1.1").

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Hotels in Yakakent

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Otel Sukru Kara

Restaurants in Yakakent

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

gunaydin

Cafes in Yakakent

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

aksicafeyeni

Gas Stations in Yakakent

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #6487672282

Airports Near Yakakent

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sinop AirportNOPMedium Airport
Samsun / Ondokuz Mayis AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yakakent

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aşağıkoçlu Camii

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 Yakakent

What is the population of Yakakent?

Yakakent has a population of 5,086 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 78.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yakakent?

Yakakent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.

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