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Balaban, Turkey
Malatya · Turkey
Balaban is a small town in Malatya, Turkey with a population of 1,524. Elevation: 3,586 ft (1,093 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Balaban
Balaban is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Darende, Malatya Province in Turkey. It is populated by Kurds and by Turks and had a population of 1,483 in 2025.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,524 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,586 ft (1,093 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4611°, 37.5788° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Malatya |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.6 inches (497 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.9 inches (48 cm) |
About Balaban
Balaban is a small town in Turkey (Malatya) with a population of 1,524. The city sits at an elevation of 3,586 feet (1,093 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,586 ft (1,093 m) |
| Area | 572.2 sq mi (1,482.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4611°N, 37.5788°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Erciyes Dagi (186 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Erciyes Dagi | Stratovolcano | 3,864 m (12,677 ft) | -6880 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.3 in |
Balaban has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 30°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Balaban
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balaban Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Balaban İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Balaban
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balaban
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balaban
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Malatya Erhaç Airport | MLX | Medium Airport |
| Malatya Tulga Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balaban
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abdurrahman Erzincani 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 Balaban?
Balaban has a population of 1,524 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 572.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balaban?
Balaban has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 18.9 inches of snow.