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Baltaşı, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Baltaşı is a small town in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 1,113. Elevation: 3,045 ft (928 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,113 Population 2/sq mi density
3,045 ft Elevation 928 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Baltaşı

Baltaşı is a village in the Palu District of Elazığ Province in Turkey. Its population is 1,113 (2021). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde).

People

Population1,113
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation3,045 ft (928 m)
Population1,113
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,045 ft (928 m)
Coordinates38.5885°, 39.7884°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)

About Baltaşı

Baltaşı is a small town in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 1,113. The city sits at an elevation of 3,045 feet (928 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Baltaşı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,045 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above Turkey avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,045 ft (928 m)
Area472.6 sq mi (1,224.1 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.5885°N, 39.7884°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.29"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 126 km
Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 66 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 75 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 35 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 102 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 91 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 122 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 106 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 128 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 100 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 145 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 54 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 136 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 52 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 79 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 27 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 140 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 132 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 124 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 69 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 32,700 148 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
July 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 36°F (2°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Baltaşı has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Baltaşı

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Diyarbakır AirportDIYMedium Airport
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium 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 Baltaşı

What is the population of Baltaşı?

Baltaşı has a population of 1,113 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 472.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Baltaşı?

Baltaşı enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

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