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Rainfall is at its lowest in 63 years in Turkiye

In February, precipitation decreased by 24% compared to normal, and decreased by 27% compared to February last year.

Foodversy IntelligencePublished 13 Jul 2026
Rainfall is at its lowest in 63 years in Turkiye

In February, precipitation decreased by 24% compared to normal, and decreased by 27% compared to February last year.

While precipitation across the region was below normal in all regions except the Black Sea, Eastern Anatolia and Southeastern Anatolia regions, the highest decrease was recorded in the Aegean Region with 82 percent.

Aegean Region February precipitation fell to the lowest level in the last 34 years

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Rainfall is at its lowest in 63 years in Turkiye