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Weather & Climate in Ulus, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ulus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 277 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 64.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 43.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 543.4 sq mi (1,407.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5842°N, 32.6414°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
221 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| Jun 6, 2000 | 12 km NW of Orta, Turkey | M6.0 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Nov 12, 1999 | 11 km W of Bolu, Turkey | M5.2 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Nov 16, 1999 | 2 km S of Bolu, Turkey | M5.1 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Yeniça?a, Turkey | M5.1 | 107 km | 6 km |
| Aug 26, 2001 | 24 km N of Bolu, Turkey | M5.0 | 114 km | 8 km |
| Feb 14, 2000 | 28 km SW of Devrek, Turkey | M4.9 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2000 | 9 km ESE of Yaprakl?, Turkey | M4.8 | 142 km | 33 km |
| Feb 12, 2019 | 13 km WSW of Orta, Turkey | M4.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Mar 16, 2023 | 8 km W of Bolu, Turkey | M4.8 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Nov 17, 1999 | 14 km NW of Bolu, Turkey | M4.8 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Nov 12, 1999 | 18 km SE of Düzce, Turkey | M4.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 14, 2019 | 9 km NW of Orta, Turkey | M4.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2018 | 12 km N of Bolu, Turkey | M4.7 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2000 | 13 km S of Çerke?, Turkey | M4.6 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 1999 | 4 km E of Düzce, Turkey | M4.6 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2021 | 7 km SE of Daday, Turkey | M4.6 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2001 | 3 km NNW of Orta, Turkey | M4.5 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Jun 8, 2000 | 10 km SSE of Çerke?, Turkey | M4.5 | 99 km | 36 km |
| Sep 4, 2014 | Central Turkey | M4.5 | 13 km | 5 km |
| Nov 12, 1999 | 8 km WSW of Bolu, Turkey | M4.5 | 137 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: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1968 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 24 | 37 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Ulus has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and September the driest (1.8").