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Altınkum, Turkey
Diyarbakır Province · Turkey
Altınkum is a small town in Diyarbakır Province, Turkey with a population of 2,000. Elevation: 2,152 ft (656 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Altınkum
Altınkum is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Silvan, Diyarbakır Province in Turkey. It is populated by Kurds and had population of 250 in 2022.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,000 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,152 ft (656 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.2637°, 41.0625° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Diyarbakır Province |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.4 inches (720 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.0 inches (10 cm) |
About Altınkum
Altınkum is a small town in Turkey (Diyarbakır Province) with a population of 2,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,152 feet (656 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,152 ft (656 m) |
| Area | 589.2 sq mi (1,526.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2637°N, 41.0625°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (110 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.9 in |
Altınkum has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 33°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (0.1").
Stadiums & Teams in Altınkum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Altınkum
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Batman Airport | BAL | Medium Airport |
| Muş Airport | MSR | Medium Airport |
| Bingöl Airport | BGG | Small Airport |
| Muş West Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Altınkum
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Başbuğ Mahallesi Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Altınkum?
Altınkum has a population of 2,000 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 589.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Altınkum?
Altınkum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.