Geography of Turkey
Geography of Turkey: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Turkey
Cyprus is 329 mi to the south, Rhodes is 349 mi to the south-west, Mykonos is 441 mi to the west and Romania is 465 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 39°56′0.2″N 32°51′34.9″E (39.9334, 32.8597)
Quick facts about Turkey
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 39°56′0.2″N 32°51′34.9″E (39.9334, 32.8597) |
| Capital | Ankara |
| Population | 85.000.000 |
| Area | 302.535 sq mi |
| ISO code | TR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | TUR |
| Currency | Turkish lira (TRY) |
| Languages | Turkish |
| Calling code | +90 |
| Time zone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Local time | 10:50 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Geography by city in Turkey
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by attraction in Turkey
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Turkey
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Summary
Turkey is a country in Europe. Turkey is a country in Europe with its capital at Ankara. It has a population of about 85 million. The capital is Ankara.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Turkey with clear sky. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 65°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Turkey is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), about 235 mi away. Nearby highlights include Blue Mosque, Cappadocia, Hagia Sophia and Mount Ararat.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is in line with the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Turkey today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Turkey month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 30° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 31° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 36° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 64° | 43° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 69° | 49° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 60° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 89° | 65° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 92° | 66° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 80° | 57° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 68° | 47° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 58° | 39° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 33° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Turkey?
Turkey is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 39.9334, 32.8597. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Turkey right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 61% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Turkey?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Turkey, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Turkey in?
Turkey observes Europe/Istanbul (UTC+03:00). The local time is 10:50 PM.
How many people live in Turkey?
Turkey has a population of approximately 85 million.
What is the nearest airport to Turkey?
The closest airports are Istanbul Airport (IST), 235 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Turkey?
Popular options include Blue Mosque, Cappadocia, Hagia Sophia and Mount Ararat.
What places are in Turkey?
Turkey covers 3 places in this atlas, including Istanbul, Cappadocia and Mount Ararat.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 10:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
