Bursa, Turkey
Major city · Population 3.1M
Bursa is the 3rd largest city in Turkey with a population of approximately 3,101,833 people as of 2026. This makes it the 110th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.62% of Turkey's total population of 85.7M. Bursa is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Istanbul timezone. The average annual temperature is 16.3°C with 821 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 155 meters above sea level.
Population
3,101,833
Global Rank
#110
Country Rank
#3
% of Turkey
3.62%
Avg Temperature
16.3°C
Annual Rainfall
821 mm
Elevation
155 m
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Bursa on the Map
Climate in Bursa
Bursa's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Dec with 158 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Turkey at a Glance
Country Population
85,664,944
Capital
Ankara
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
106
GDP per Capita
$15,893
Life Expectancy
77.2 years
Urban Population
89.3%
Growth Rate
0.01%
Other Major Cities in Turkey
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Bursa with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| İnegol | 133,959 | 41 km |
| Mustafakemalpaşa | 101,412 | 58 km |
| Gebze | 281,436 | 74 km |
| Maltepe | 427,040 | 83 km |
| Sultanbeyli | 286,622 | 87 km |
| Ataşehir | 361,615 | 88 km |
| Derince | 125,485 | 89 km |
| Zeytinburnu | 288,743 | 90 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bursa?
The population of Bursa, Turkey is approximately 3,101,833 people, making it the 110th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Turkey.
Is Bursa the capital of Turkey?
No, the capital of Turkey is Ankara. Bursa is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Bursa?
Bursa has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C and receives 821 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Bursa in?
Bursa is in the Europe/Istanbul timezone.