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Altınsu, Turkey

Hakkâri · Turkey

Altınsu is a small city in Hakkâri, Turkey with a population of 5,004. Elevation: 4,875 ft (1,486 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

5,004 Population 10/sq mi density
4,875 ft Elevation 1,486 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Altınsu

Altınsu is a village in the Şemdinli District in Hakkâri Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Kurds of the Zerzan tribe and had a population of 4,931 in 2023. The hamlet of İncesu is attached to the village.

People

Population5,004
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Population5,004
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates37.3217°, 44.5521°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceHakkâri
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.0 inches (30 cm)

About Altınsu

Altınsu is a small city in Turkey (Hakkâri) with a population of 5,004. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet (1,486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Altınsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Area497.8 sq mi (1,289.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates37.3217°N, 44.5521°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 12.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.21"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

183 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 30, 2025.

Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 132 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 82 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 126 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 126 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 128 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 129 km
Jul 24, 1991 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M5.5 99 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 145 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 139 km
Feb 26, 2000 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey M5.2 19 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 129 km
Aug 23, 2017 29 km ENE of Koysinceq, Iraq M5.1 131 km
Sep 21, 2022 9 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.1 131 km
Jan 28, 2023 7 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.1 133 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 141 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 123 km
Mar 13, 1992 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran M4.9 90 km
Jan 29, 2020 20 km WNW of Oshnav?yeh, Iran M4.9 37 km
Jul 9, 2021 16 km N of Piranshahr, Iran M4.9 75 km
Oct 20, 2003 34 km WNW of Khowy, Iran M4.8 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 3.1 in
March 33°F (1°C) 3.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in Wettest
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in

Altınsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (0.1").

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Ski Resorts Near Altınsu

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Khoshakoo Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Altınsu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hakkari Yüksekova AirportYKOMedium Airport
Urmia AirportOMHMedium Airport
Khaneh AirportKHASmall Airport
Yüksekova Highway StripSmall 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 Altınsu

What is the population of Altınsu?

Altınsu has a population of 5,004 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 497.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Altınsu?

Altınsu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow.

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