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Weather & Climate in Alacakaya, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alacakaya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 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 37.3 inches. The area receives 26.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,727 ft (1,136 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 72,956/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4620°N, 39.8623°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
471 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.7.
| Jan 24, 2020 | 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey | M6.7 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey | M6.7 | 141 km | 27 km |
| May 1, 2003 | 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey | M6.4 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey | M6.1 | 46 km | 12 km |
| Jan 27, 2003 | 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey | M6.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 2024 | 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey | M6.0 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey | M5.9 | 119 km | 21 km |
| Jun 14, 2020 | 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey | M5.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2005 | 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Dec 5, 1995 | 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey | M5.8 | 112 km | 15 km |
| Mar 23, 2005 | 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.7 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey | M5.7 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2007 | 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey | M5.7 | 54 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2004 | 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey | M5.7 | 53 km | 7 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 11 km E of Palu, Turkey | M5.6 | 32 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 2005 | 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.6 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2003 | 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.6 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2005 | 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.6 | 145 km | 11 km |
| Feb 9, 2007 | 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.5 | 72 km | 3 km |
| Jun 15, 2020 | 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey | M5.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Alacakaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 35°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").