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Balpayam, Turkey

Tunceli · Turkey

Balpayam is a small town in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 0. Elevation: 6,732 ft (2,052 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,732 ft Elevation 2,052 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation6,732 ft (2,052 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation6,732 ft (2,052 m)
Coordinates39.4201°, 40.0571°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTunceli
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,307 mm)
Annual Snowfall206.6 inches (525 cm)

About Balpayam

Balpayam is a small town in Turkey (Tunceli) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 6,732 feet (2,052 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Balpayam experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 297 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 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 206.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,732 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below Turkey avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,732 ft (2,052 m)
Area330.3 sq mi (855.5 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates39.4201°N, 40.0571°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 206.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.40"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

413 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 M6.7 140 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 50 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 58 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 62 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 18 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 17 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 56 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 72 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 9 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 140 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 135 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 75 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 79 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 79 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 85 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 91 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 86 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 59 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 144 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.3 in
March 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.4 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
August 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 38°F (4°C) 3.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in

Balpayam has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 19°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.4") and August the driest (0.3").

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Ski Resorts Near Balpayam

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ergan Mountain Winter Sports and Eco-Tourism Center 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Balpayam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Erzincan AirportERCMedium Airport
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall 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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What is the weather like in Balpayam?

Balpayam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches, with 206.6 inches of snow.

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