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Weather & Climate in Sürmene, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sürmene enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 118.1 sq mi (305.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9059°N, 40.1279°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
80 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.7.
| Mar 13, 1992 | 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey | M6.7 | 140 km | 27 km |
| Mar 28, 2004 | 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey | M5.6 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Mar 25, 2004 | 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey | M5.6 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 1990 | 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey | M5.4 | 101 km | 14 km |
| Jan 29, 1995 | 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey | M5.2 | 128 km | 31 km |
| May 11, 2017 | 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey | M5.1 | 110 km | 13 km |
| Apr 1, 2004 | 6 km E of A?kale, Turkey | M4.7 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Mar 21, 1992 | 13 km N of Pulumer, Turkey | M4.7 | 147 km | 15 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 19 km SW of Demirözü, Turkey | M4.7 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 11 km NNE of Erzincan, Turkey | M4.7 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2009 | eastern Turkey | M4.4 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Jul 15, 2019 | 9 km NW of Narman, Turkey | M4.4 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2025 | 19 km SSW of Tercan, Turkey | M4.4 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2023 | 18 km SSE of A?kale, Turkey | M4.4 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Dec 6, 1995 | 15 km NE of Pulumer, Turkey | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2008 | 16 km NNE of Tirebolu, Turkey | M4.4 | 109 km | 12 km |
| May 25, 2021 | 12 km E of Otlukbeli, Turkey | M4.3 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1997 | 6 km WNW of Otlukbeli, Turkey | M4.3 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 2024 | 29 km S of Şiran, Turkey | M4.3 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2002 | 2 km SE of Erzincan, Turkey | M4.3 | 142 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 120 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in |
Sürmene has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 42°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.4").