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Bahçesaray, Turkey
Van · Turkey
Bahçesaray is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 3,731. Elevation: 5,745 ft (1,751 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Bahçesaray
Bahçesaray is municipality and district of Van Province, Turkey. Its area is 426 km2, and its population is 13,495 (2022). It was a bucak in Pervari District of Siirt Province until 1964 and in Gevaş district of Van Province between 1964 and 1987. It is at a distance of 110 kilometres (68 mi) from Van. The town is built on the banks of the Bahçesaray River.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,731 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,745 ft (1,751 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1246°, 42.7983° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Van |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.1 inches (740 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
About Bahçesaray
Bahçesaray is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 3,731. The city sits at an elevation of 5,745 feet (1,751 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,745 ft (1,751 m) |
| Area | 711.0 sq mi (1,841.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1246°N, 42.7983°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 77 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in |
Bahçesaray has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.2").
Ski Resorts Near Bahçesaray
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abalı Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nemrut Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Bahçesaray
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Van Ferit Melen Airport | VAN | Medium Airport |
| Tatvan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bahçesaray
53 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Altındere Mahalle Abdulkadir Elbir Camii | |
| Altındere Mahalle Kırıkhan Camii | |
| Bağcılar Mahalle Akdere Camii | |
| Bağcılar Mahalle Camii | |
| Bağcılar Mahalle Evciler Camii | |
| Bağcılar Mahalle Gaziler Camii | |
| Bahçesaray Selam Camii | |
| Balcılar Mahalle Camii | |
| Çatbayır Mahalle Camii | |
| Çatbayır Mahalle Keskin Camii | |
| Çatbayır Mahalle Papatya Camii | |
| Cevizbilen Mahalle Rüzgarlı Camii | |
| Cevizlibelen Mahalle Akıncılar Camii | |
| Cevizlibelen Mahalle Camii | |
| Cevizlibelen Mahalle Keretas Camii | |
| Çömlekçi Mahalle Camii | |
| Çömlekçi Mahalle Mengen Camii | |
| Çömlekçi Mahalle Oğuzeli Camii | |
| Doğanyayla Mahalle Arvas Camii | |
| Doğanyayla Mahalle Puğunik 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 Bahçesaray?
Bahçesaray has a population of 3,731 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 711.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bahçesaray?
Bahçesaray has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.