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Başgedikler, Turkey

Kars Province · Turkey

Başgedikler is a small town in Kars Province, Turkey with a population of 343. Elevation: 5,262 ft (1,604 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

343 Population 1/sq mi density
5,262 ft Elevation 1,604 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
27.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population343
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Sunny Days331/yr
Elevation5,262 ft (1,604 m)
Population343
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,262 ft (1,604 m)
Coordinates40.6407°, 43.5218°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKars Province
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.4 inches (695 mm)
Annual Snowfall34.8 inches (88 cm)

About Başgedikler

Başgedikler is a small town in Turkey (Kars Province) with a population of 343. The city sits at an elevation of 5,262 feet (1,604 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Başgedikler has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 331 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 27.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 5,262 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days331 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,262 ft (1,604 m)
Area496.1 sq mi (1,285.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates40.6407°N, 43.5218°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.4"
28% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 34.8"
Wettest Month (May) 2.90"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.70"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 104 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 82 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 71 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 54 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 87 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 129 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 105 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 52 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 65 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 70 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 145 km
Feb 13, 2021 0 km NNE of Hovtashen, Armenia M4.9 104 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 80 km
Jul 30, 2004 14 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.8 118 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 70 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 102 km
Jul 30, 2004 16 km NW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.7 115 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 68 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 68 km
Dec 19, 1998 13 km W of Horasan, Turkey M4.7 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 59 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 101 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 124 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 131 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 146 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 192 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.9 in Wettest
June 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in

Başgedikler has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Başgedikler

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yalçınlar ilkokulu
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Radio Stations near Başgedikler

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio VAN (AM) AAC,H.264 1700 kbps
Radio Aurora (AM) MP3 256 kbps
Radio Marshall (AM) MP3 128 kbps

Castles in Başgedikler

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citadel

Gas Stations in Başgedikler

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Teco

Airports Near Başgedikler

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Iğdır AirportIGDMedium Airport
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport
Hoktember Highway StripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Başgedikler

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kizil Vank (the red church)

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 Başgedikler

What is the population of Başgedikler?

Başgedikler has a population of 343 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 496.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Başgedikler?

Başgedikler has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches, with 34.8 inches of snow.

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