March Rainfall in Türkiye: 2025 Report
Turkey, faced a significant meteorological event as of March 2025. According to the data published by the General Directorate of Meteorology of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, the average rainfall in March for many years 61,2 kilogram This year, this figure was determined as 28,8 kilogram level. This situation attracts great attention both in Türkiye and locally.
Noticeable Decrease in Rainfall
The decrease in the amount of rainfall experienced throughout Türkiye in March reached remarkable levels. The amount of rainfall per square meter in March last year 69,5 kilogram while this year %53 with a decrease in the rate 28,8 kilogram level. Thus, Türkiye experienced its lowest March rainfall in the last 35 years. This situation raises serious concerns in terms of agriculture and water resources.
Regional Precipitation Distribution
The regional distribution of rainfall in March also presents an interesting picture. Especially Izmir, Aydin, Muğla, Denizli, Manisa % in precipitation in the Aegean Region provinces such as80While a decrease of more than was observed, Erzincan ve Erzurum In some provinces such as %40There was an increase of over . These differences reveal the influence of local climatic conditions and meteorological events.
Rainfall Amounts by Province
The lowest rainfall in March is per square meter in the province. 5,1 kilogram AnkaraWhile the highest rainfall was recorded in Tunceliper square meter 89,2 kilogram At this point, Manisa % in the province91 While the greatest decrease was experienced with Erzincan% in35 The highest increase was seen in . Aksaray, Kırıkkale, Hatay and many other provinces recorded the lowest March rainfall of the last 35 years.
Decrease in the Number of Rainy Days
According to the average of the years 1991-2020, throughout Türkiye Number of rainy days While it is calculated as 11,3 days, this number will increase as of March 2025. 6,4 days This situation has fallen to the level of Izmir, Manisa, Usak ve Enlightened in provinces such as 1 to the day has decreased by . On the other hand, Kirklareli, Canakkale, Balikesir In provinces such as, the number of rainy days has reached 15-20 days.
Climate Change and Its Effects on Agriculture
The decrease in rainfall directly affects the agricultural sector. The decrease in water resources leads to a loss of productivity in agricultural production, which poses a critical risk in terms of food security. Analysis of meteorological data helps us better understand the effects of climate change on agricultural production.
Evaluation of Results
Rainfall data for March reveals an alarming situation for Turkey. Climate data that has been ongoing for many years, together with the sudden and major changes experienced this year, pose a serious risk especially in terms of water resources and agricultural production. In this context, measures must be taken at both individual and institutional levels.
Therefore, it is of great importance to closely monitor meteorological data, develop strategies to combat climate change, and plan agricultural production accordingly. The steps Türkiye will take in this difficult process will play a critical role in both protecting existing resources and maintaining future production potential.
