Ardahan, Turkey
Ardahan · Turkey
Ardahan is a small city in Ardahan, Turkey with a population of 23,295. Elevation: 5,945 ft (1,812 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 23,295 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,945 ft (1,812 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.1087°, 42.7022° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Ardahan |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.6 inches (599 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (17 cm) |
About Ardahan
Ardahan is a small city in Turkey (Ardahan) with a population of 23,295. The city sits at an elevation of 5,945 feet (1,812 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Ardahan
Ardahan has an average annual temperature of 4.8°C (41°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 669 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.8°F |
| 30% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,945 ft (1,812 m) |
| Area | 486.9 sq mi (1,261.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1087°N, 42.7022°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (96 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.3 in |
Ardahan has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 13°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Ardahan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ardahan Üniversitesi Yenisey Kampüsü | University | - | Visit → |
Hotels in Ardahan
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ardahan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ardahan
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ardahan
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ardahan
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ardahan
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ardahan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goderdzi Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ardahan
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardahan
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dervişbey Sakal-ı Şerif Camii | |
| Gülbahar Hanım Cami | |
| Hoca Ahmet Yesevi Camii | |
| Karagöl Mahallesi Cami | |
| Merkez Camii | |
| Mevlüt Efendi Camii | |
| Nalbantlar Cami | |
| Ordu Cami | |
| Site Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ardahan?
Ardahan has a population of 23,295 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 486.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ardahan?
Ardahan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
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