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Arıcak, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Arıcak is a small city in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 5,168. Elevation: 3,661 ft (1,116 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,168 Population 33/sq mi density
3,661 ft Elevation 1,116 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Arıcak

Arıcak

Arıcak District is a district of Elazığ Province of Turkey. Its seat is the town Arıcak. Its area is 354 km2, and its population is 13,732 (2021). The district was established in 1987.

People

Population5,168
Density33/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Population5,168
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Coordinates38.5634°, 40.1248°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (904 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.4 inches (37 cm)

About Arıcak

Arıcak is a small city in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 5,168. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet (1,116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Arıcak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 14.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,661 ft (1,116 m)
Area156.8 sq mi (406.1 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates38.5634°N, 40.1248°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 14.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.04"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

432 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 94 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 135 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 57 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 106 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 36 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 118 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 109 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 108 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 98 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 110 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 79 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 119 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 78 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 110 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 17 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 106 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 122 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 96 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 110 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (183 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 4.5 in
March 38°F (3°C) 4.8 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.2 in
December 33°F (0°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Arıcak has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 28°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Arıcak

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Arıcak YBO - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arıcak

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Göl Radyo folk, pop MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Arıcak

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #13094211125

Airports Near Arıcak

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Diyarbakır AirportDIYMedium Airport
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall Airport
Diyarbakır Northwest Airport-Small 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 Arıcak

What is the population of Arıcak?

Arıcak has a population of 5,168 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 156.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arıcak?

Arıcak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 14.4 inches of snow.

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