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Akçıra, Turkey

Bitlis · Turkey

Akçıra is a small town in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 1,018. Elevation: 5,420 ft (1,652 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

1,018 Population 1/sq mi density
5,420 ft Elevation 1,652 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Akçıra

Akçıra is a village in the Adilcevaz District of Bitlis Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Kurds of the Bekiran tribe and had a population of 1,018 in 2022.

People

Population1,018
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation5,420 ft (1,652 m)
Population1,018
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,420 ft (1,652 m)
Coordinates38.8509°, 43.0977°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBitlis
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (497 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)

About Akçıra

Akçıra is a small town in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 1,018. The city sits at an elevation of 5,420 feet (1,652 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Akçıra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,420 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below Turkey avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,420 ft (1,652 m)
Area823.6 sq mi (2,133.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates38.8509°N, 43.0977°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
49% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

345 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 2, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 38 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 118 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 24 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 147 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 123 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 18 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 53 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 31 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 45 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 46 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 81 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 135 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 85 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 28 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 38 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 127 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 26 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 72 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 75 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 22 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (78 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 78 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 87 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 140 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
March 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
July 71°F (21°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.8 in

Akçıra has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.3").

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Ski Resorts Near Akçıra

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abalı Kayak Merkezi 0.0 $0

Airports Near Akçıra

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Istanbul

🇹🇷 About Turkey

Capital Ankara
Population 82,319,724
Area 780,580 km²
GDP (USD) $1,141,242,864,657
GDP per capita $13,375
HDI 0.838
Life expectancy 77.2 years
Internet users 86.0%
Urban population 89.0%
Currency TRY (Lira)
Languages Turkish
Calling code +90
TLD .tr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Turkey

7 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Yılbaşı
Apr 23 National Independence & Children's Day Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı
May 1 Labour Day İşçi Bayramı
May 19 Atatürk Commemoration & Youth Day Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı
Jul 15 Democracy and National Unity Day Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü
Aug 30 Victory Day Zafer Bayramı
Oct 29 Republic Day Cumhuriyet Bayramı

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Frequently Asked Questions About Akçıra

What is the population of Akçıra?

Akçıra has a population of 1,018 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 823.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akçıra?

Akçıra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.

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