Gaziantep, Turkey
Major city · Population 2.1M
Gaziantep is the 5th largest city in Turkey with a population of approximately 2,130,432 people as of 2026. This makes it the 186th largest city in the world, accounting for 2.49% of Turkey's total population of 85.5M. Gaziantep is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Istanbul timezone. The average annual temperature is 17.2°C with 436 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 842 meters above sea level.
Population
2,130,432
Global Rank
#186
Country Rank
#5
% of Turkey
2.49%
Avg Temperature
17.2°C
Annual Rainfall
436 mm
Elevation
842 m
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Gaziantep on the Map
Climate in Gaziantep
Gaziantep's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Jan with 104 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Turkey at a Glance
Country Population
85,518,661
Capital
Ankara
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
106
GDP per Capita
$15,893
Life Expectancy
77.2 years
Urban Population
89.3%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Turkey
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Gaziantep with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kilis | 111,648 | 45 km |
| Kahramanmaraş | 384,953 | 71 km |
| Al Bāb | 130,745 | 78 km |
| Suruç | 101,178 | 93 km |
| Aleppo | 2,098,210 | 97 km |
| Osmaniye | 202,837 | 101 km |
| Adıyaman | 267,131 | 111 km |
| İskenderun | 251,682 | 120 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Gaziantep?
The population of Gaziantep, Turkey is approximately 2,130,432 people, making it the 186th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in Turkey.
Is Gaziantep the capital of Turkey?
No, the capital of Turkey is Ankara. Gaziantep is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Gaziantep?
Gaziantep has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and receives 436 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Gaziantep in?
Gaziantep is in the Europe/Istanbul timezone.