In the past, record temperatures and cold temperatures have been recorded in various regions of Turkey. Here are the hottest and coldest days in Turkey's history:
Hottest Day: July 10, 2020 - Cizre, Şırnak
The event that went down in history as the hottest day in Turkey took place in Cizre district on July 10, 2020. Despite the hot climate of the Southeastern Anatolia region, the temperature on this date rose incredibly high. Thermometers in Cizre reached 47.5°C (117.5°F), the highest temperature ever recorded in the country. The heat caused serious problems affecting daily life and citizens had to take health precautions.
Coldest Day: January 9, 1942 - Kars, Kars
The event, which was recorded as the coldest day in Turkey, took place in Kars province on January 9, 1942. Kars is one of the cities in the Eastern Anatolia Region with the harshest weather conditions during the winter months. On January 9, 1942, the temperature dropped to a record low of -43.8°C (-46.8°F). This is known as the lowest recorded temperature in the country's history. The cold weather adversely affected transportation, agriculture and daily life, requiring extra measures to cope with the difficulties faced by the population.
In the geographically diverse regions of Turkey, it is normal to experience extreme heat and cold from time to time. Therefore, people should be alert and prepared for weather changes. The government and local authorities should also be prepared for emergencies and take measures to ensure the safety of citizens.