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Yukarı Karafakılı, Turkey

Hatay · Turkey

Yukarı Karafakılı is a small town in Hatay, Turkey with a population of 726. Elevation: 2,280 ft (695 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

726 Population 3/sq mi density
2,280 ft Elevation 695 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population726
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Population726
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Coordinates36.7981°, 36.4649°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceHatay
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (818 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yukarı Karafakılı

Yukarı Karafakılı is a small town in Turkey (Hatay) with a population of 726. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet (695 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Yukarı Karafakılı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,280 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Turkey avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Area247.3 sq mi (640.5 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates36.7981°N, 36.4649°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

599 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.8. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 24, 2025.

Feb 6, 2023 Pazarcik earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.8 68 km
Feb 6, 2023 Elbistan earthquake, Kahramanmaras earthquake sequence M7.5 150 km
Feb 6, 2023 14 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M6.7 58 km
Feb 20, 2023 2 km NNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M6.3 81 km
Jun 27, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M6.3 103 km
Feb 6, 2023 4 km NNE of Göksun, Turkey M6.0 140 km
Jan 22, 1997 11 km WNW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.7 76 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km ENE of Nurda??, Turkey M5.7 67 km
Feb 6, 2023 Turkey-Syria border region M5.6 29 km
Feb 20, 2023 9 km WNW of Uzunba?, Turkey M5.5 85 km
Jun 25, 2001 17 km SSE of Kadirli, Turkey M5.5 54 km
Jul 25, 2023 18 km NE of Kozan, Turkey M5.5 98 km
Jul 4, 1998 12 km S of Adana, Turkey M5.4 102 km
Apr 10, 1991 11 km E of Kadirli, Turkey M5.4 66 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km S of Ekinözü, Turkey M5.4 148 km
Feb 6, 2023 20 km E of Nurda??, Turkey M5.3 62 km
Mar 23, 2023 6 km W of Göksun, Turkey M5.3 135 km
Feb 7, 2023 Central Turkey M5.3 127 km
Feb 6, 2023 32 km SW of Pazarc?k, Turkey M5.3 75 km
Jan 22, 1997 9 km NW of Toygarl?, Turkey M5.3 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis 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 66 km
1872 SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) Earthquake 1,800 71 km
1408 ANTIOCH Eruption + Earthquake 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.8 in Wettest

Yukarı Karafakılı has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 37°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Yukarı Karafakılı

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sebiha-Aziz Bali İlçe Kütüphanesi0.0
Üniversite Kütüphanesi0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Yukarı Karafakılı

TeamLeagueDivision
Suçukağı Stadı
Üniversite Stadyumu

Airports Near Yukarı Karafakılı

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hatay AirportHTYMedium Airport
Kahramanmaraş AirportKCMMedium Airport
Minaq Air BaseSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yukarı Karafakılı

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dedemli Mahallesi Camii
Kızanobası Camii
Söğüt Mahallesi Merkez Camii
Söğüt Mahallesi Yukarı Camii
Tiyek Mahallesi Camii
Yoluklar Mahallesi 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 Yukarı Karafakılı

What is the population of Yukarı Karafakılı?

Yukarı Karafakılı has a population of 726 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 247.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yukarı Karafakılı?

Yukarı Karafakılı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

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