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Yıldızeli, Turkey

Sivas · Turkey

Yıldızeli is a small city in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 6,420. Elevation: 4,478 ft (1,365 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,420 Population 6/sq mi density
4,478 ft Elevation 1,365 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Yıldızeli

Yıldızeli is a town in Sivas Province of Turkey. It is the seat of Yıldızeli District. Its population is 6,420 (2022). Since March 2024, the mayor has been Yaşar Göktaş, Nationalist Movement Party.

People

Population6,420
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Population6,420
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Coordinates39.8664°, 36.5989°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSivas
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (443 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)

About Yıldızeli

Yıldızeli is a small city in Turkey (Sivas) with a population of 6,420. The city sits at an elevation of 4,478 feet (1,365 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Yıldızeli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,478 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Area1,175.3 sq mi (3,044.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates39.8664°N, 36.5989°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.4"
54% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.6"
Wettest Month (May) 2.52"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 14, 1996 Central Turkey M5.8 145 km
Aug 14, 1996 11 km SW of Merzifon, Turkey M5.7 147 km
Apr 18, 2024 11 km W of Sulusaray, Turkey M5.6 57 km
Aug 14, 1996 24 km SSW of Mecitözü, Turkey M5.2 134 km
May 12, 2005 25 km NNW of Do?an?ar, Turkey M4.9 94 km
Feb 12, 1992 11 km SSE of Amasya, Turkey M4.9 98 km
Jan 17, 2022 5 km SW of Sar?o?lan, Turkey M4.9 108 km
Feb 28, 1997 17 km SSW of Merzifon, Turkey M4.8 141 km
Apr 13, 2025 19 km WNW of Taşova, Turkey M4.8 113 km
Jun 11, 1999 24 km WNW of Ula?, Turkey M4.7 42 km
May 12, 2005 23 km SE of Ba?çiftlik, Turkey M4.6 91 km
Feb 24, 2023 7 km NNE of Gürün, Turkey M4.6 135 km
Jun 12, 1993 4 km SW of Amasya, Turkey M4.6 109 km
Jun 11, 1999 15 km ENE of ?ark??la, Turkey M4.6 50 km
Apr 17, 2024 11 km WNW of Sulusaray, Turkey M4.6 57 km
Oct 17, 2024 23 km S of Hafik, Turkey M4.5 67 km
Feb 12, 1992 7 km SSW of Amasya, Turkey M4.5 105 km
Dec 14, 1998 14 km NNW of Bünyan, Turkey M4.5 121 km
Feb 2, 2021 9 km SSE of Gemerek, Turkey M4.5 95 km
May 12, 1992 7 km SSE of Ladik, Turkey M4.5 123 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 - 60,000 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (179 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Erciyes Dagi Stratovolcano 3,864 m (12,677 ft) -6880 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.4 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in Wettest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
August 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 58°F (15°C) 0.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in

Yıldızeli has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 24°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Yıldızeli

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yıldızeli İMKB Cumhuriyet İlkokulu - - - -
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Restaurants in Yıldızeli

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dinlenme Tesisi
Yenihan Yöresel Ev Yemekleri Et Lokantasi

Train Stations in Yıldızeli

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Subaşı
Yıldızeli
Yıldızeli YHT

Gas Stations in Yıldızeli

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Yıldızeli

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tokat AirportTJKMedium Airport
Sivas Nuri Demirağ AirportVASSmall 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 Yıldızeli

What is the population of Yıldızeli?

Yıldızeli has a population of 6,420 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,175.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yıldızeli?

Yıldızeli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.

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