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Aran, Turkey

Mardin · Turkey

Aran is a small town in Mardin, Turkey with a population of 1,256. Elevation: 3,356 ft (1,023 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,256 Population 5/sq mi density
3,356 ft Elevation 1,023 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Aran

Aran is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Artuklu, Mardin Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Kurds of the Surgucu tribe and had a population of 791 in 2021.

People

Population1,256
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Population1,256
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Coordinates37.4480°, 40.7480°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMardin
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (717 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)

About Aran

Aran is a small town in Turkey (Mardin) with a population of 1,256. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet (1,023 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Aran enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,356 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above Turkey avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,356 ft (1,023 m)
Area253.3 sq mi (656.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates37.4480°N, 40.7480°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.49"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 14, 2025.

Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 140 km
May 7, 1992 15 km N of Ar?cak, Turkey M5.2 149 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 88 km
Jan 26, 2021 46 km SE of Al ?asakah, Syria M4.9 145 km
Jan 26, 2007 14 km ENE of Dicle, Turkey M4.9 118 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M4.9 150 km
Feb 28, 2007 5 km SSE of Çüngü?, Turkey M4.8 149 km
Jul 6, 1993 15 km N of Siverek, Turkey M4.8 135 km
Apr 28, 2012 9 km ENE of Lice, Turkey M4.7 116 km
Dec 30, 1994 12 km SW of Ergani, Turkey M4.7 125 km
Feb 6, 2023 15 km S of Genç, Turkey M4.6 130 km
Dec 24, 2000 13 km ENE of Ar?cak, Turkey M4.6 137 km
Oct 8, 1998 13 km W of Genç, Turkey M4.6 147 km
Feb 7, 2023 eastern Turkey M4.6 144 km
Dec 20, 1998 11 km WNW of Ar?cak, Turkey M4.6 143 km
Mar 20, 2017 22 km SSW of Palu, Turkey M4.5 146 km
Jan 25, 2008 24 km SE of Al ?asakah, Syria M4.4 122 km
Feb 20, 2023 8 km SE of Palu, Turkey M4.4 148 km
Feb 20, 2023 6 km SSE of Palu, Turkey M4.4 150 km
May 22, 2000 eastern Turkey M4.4 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.3 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in

Aran has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 35°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Aran

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rayan FM (SY) - MP3 96 kbps
Govend radyo - MP3
Azadi Fm - MP3 64 kbps
Arta FM (SY) - MP3
Emek radyo - MP3 128 kbps
radyo mezopotamya - MP3 128 kbps
RADYO ZERGAN (47) kultur, muzic AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Aran

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
El - Cezeri Müzesi
Mardin Müzesi
Mardin Yaşayan Müze
Mardin Yaşayan Müze
Sabancı Kent Müzesi

Libraries in Aran

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mardin İl Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Aran

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Çarşı
Tellallar Çarşısı

Stadiums & Teams in Aran

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aran

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Batman AirportBALMedium Airport
Diyarbakır AirportDIYMedium Airport
Mardin AirportMQMMedium Airport
Qamishli International AirportKACMedium Airport
Darbasiyah Airstrip-Small Airport
Jabal Ghoul-Small Airport
Tell Beydar-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aran

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aran Köyü Camii
Gürağaç Mahallesi Camii

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 Aran

What is the population of Aran?

Aran has a population of 1,256 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 253.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aran?

Aran enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°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 28.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

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