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Arpaçay, Turkey
Kars Province · Turkey
Arpaçay is a small city in Kars Province, Turkey with a population of 5,126. Elevation: 5,551 ft (1,692 m). Average temperature: 38°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Arpaçay
Arpaçay is a town in Kars Province in the Eastern Anatolia region of Turkey. It is the seat of Arpaçay District. It has a population of 2,344 (2022). The mayor is Erçetin Altay (AKP). The town is populated by Karapapakhs.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,126 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,551 ft (1,692 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8452°, 43.3275° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kars Province |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.8 inches (554 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.7 inches (15 cm) |
About Arpaçay
Arpaçay is a small city in Turkey (Kars Province) with a population of 5,126. The city sits at an elevation of 5,551 feet (1,692 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Arpaçay
Arpaçay has an average annual temperature of 5.9°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (19°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 516 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.4°F |
| 29% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,551 ft (1,692 m) |
| Area | 496.1 sq mi (1,285.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8452°N, 43.3275°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (82 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 152 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 155 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in |
Arpaçay has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 15°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Arpaçay
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk İlk Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Yatılı İlk Öğretim Bölge Okulu ( YİBO) | - | - | - | - |
| Arpaçay Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| 3 Kasım Orta Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| YİBO | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Arpaçay
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio VAN (AM) | - | AAC,H.264 1700 kbps |
Museums in Arpaçay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Museum | ||||
| Kara Peynir muzesi | ||||
| Kars Museum |
Libraries in Arpaçay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aynalı Köşk | 0.0 | |||||
| Kars İl Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Arpaçay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boy Market | |||||
| Çankaya Market | |||||
| Gazi Kars Bedesteni |
Hotels in Arpaçay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Arpaçay
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Arpaçay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Arpaçay
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arpaçay
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Arpaçay
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Arpaçay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Arpaçay
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shirak International Airport | LWN | Large Airport |
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Arpaçay
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arpaçay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bahçeler Mahallesi Camii | |
| Merkez 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 Arpaçay?
Arpaçay has a population of 5,126 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 496.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arpaçay?
Arpaçay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.