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Yıldız, Turkey

Şanlıurfa · Turkey

Yıldız is a small town in Şanlıurfa, Turkey with a population of 542. Elevation: 1,598 ft (487 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

542 Population 2/sq mi density
1,598 ft Elevation 487 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
15.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population542
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Population542
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Coordinates36.9375°, 38.4092°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞanlıurfa
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation15.0 inches (382 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yıldız

Yıldız is a small town in Turkey (Şanlıurfa) with a population of 542. The city sits at an elevation of 1,598 feet (487 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Yıldız enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 309 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 15.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,598 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above Turkey avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Area283.8 sq mi (735.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates36.9375°N, 38.4092°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.0"
60% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

372 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 16, 2025.

Feb 6, 2023 Pazarcik earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.8 128 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 137 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 125 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 132 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 129 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 147 km
Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 76 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 110 km
Feb 6, 2023 eastern Turkey M5.4 141 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 131 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 130 km
Feb 6, 2023 Central Turkey M5.3 103 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey M5.3 121 km
Feb 6, 2023 32 km SW of Pazarc?k, Turkey M5.3 122 km
Feb 6, 2023 20 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M5.3 131 km
Feb 6, 2023 16 km WSW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.3 135 km
Apr 9, 2022 9 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.3 133 km
Feb 27, 2023 9 km SSE of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.2 143 km
Apr 24, 2018 3 km ENE of Samsat, Turkey M5.2 74 km
Aug 10, 2023 5 km SW of Yeşilyurt, Turkey M5.2 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2023 GULF OF ISKENDERUN Earthquake 0.3 m 56,697 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
March 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 1.0 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
July 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in
September 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
October 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in Wettest

Yıldız has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 42°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Yıldız

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Eğrice Ortaokulu
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Museums in Yıldız

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ain arab Museum

Airports Near Yıldız

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Şanlıurfa GAP AirportGNYLarge Airport

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 Yıldız

What is the population of Yıldız?

Yıldız has a population of 542 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 283.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yıldız?

Yıldız enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches.

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