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Zara, Turkey
Sivas · Turkey
Zara is a small city in Sivas, Turkey with a population of 12,797. Elevation: 4,403 ft (1,342 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 12,797 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,403 ft (1,342 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8978°, 37.7583° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Sivas |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (517 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.8 inches (20 cm) |
About Zara
Zara is a small city in Turkey (Sivas) with a population of 12,797. The city sits at an elevation of 4,403 feet (1,342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Zara
Zara has an average annual temperature of 7.7°C (46°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 616 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,403 ft (1,342 m) |
| Area | 995.4 sq mi (2,578.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8978°N, 37.7583°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in |
Zara has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 25°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Zara
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sivas Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi Zara Kampüsü | University | - | , |
| Sivas Zara KYK Kız Ve Erkek Öğrenci Yurdu | University | - | , |
Schools in Zara
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şehit Teğmen Hacı Bayram Elmas Yatılı Bölge İlkokulu/Ortaokulu Pansiyonu | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Teğmen Hacı Bayram Elmas Yatılı Bölge İlkokulu/Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Mesleki Teknik Ve Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Mesleki Ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi Pansiyonu | - | - | - | - |
| Zara İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Halil İbrahim Çiftçi İlkokulu/Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Hamit Kurşun İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Çok Programlı Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Zara Anadolu Lisesi / Zara Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Cumhuriyet Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Cumhuriyet Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zara
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Zara
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zara
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Zara
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Zara
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Zara
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zara
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zara
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zara
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zara
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Divriği Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zara
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT Zara Şubesi |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zara
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 140 Evler Cami | |
| Ahmet Ağa Camii | |
| Aşağı Ekinli Köyü Camii | |
| Ekinli Köyü Cami | |
| Mehmet Akif Ersoy Camii - 2019 | |
| Şehitler Camii | |
| Zara Hacı Bektaş-i Veli Anadolu Vakfı Cemevi | |
| Zara Merkez Yeni Cami | |
| Zara Müftülüğü/Gençlik Merkezi | |
| Zaralızâde Mehmet Paşa Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zara
What is the population of Zara?
Zara has a population of 12,797 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 995.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zara?
Zara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.