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Başkavak, Turkey
Mardin · Turkey
Başkavak is a small town in Mardin, Turkey with a population of 2,032. Elevation: 2,635 ft (803 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Başkavak
Başkavak is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Savur, Mardin Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Arabic-speaking Mhallami and had a population of 2,014 in 2021. Members of the Naqshbandi sayyid Beyt Hamidi family also reside in the village who maintain followers in nearby settlements. It is located in the historic region of Bēth Muḥallam in Tur Abdin.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,032 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,635 ft (803 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5641°, 40.8876° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Mardin |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.3 inches (11 cm) |
About Başkavak
Başkavak is a small town in Turkey (Mardin) with a population of 2,032. The city sits at an elevation of 2,635 feet (803 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,635 ft (803 m) |
| Area | 390.2 sq mi (1,010.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5641°N, 40.8876°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (169 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.2 in |
Başkavak has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 35°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Başkavak
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayan FM (SY) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Govend radyo | - | MP3 | |
| Azadi Fm | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Arta FM (SY) | - | MP3 | |
| Emek radyo | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radyo mezopotamya | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADYO ZERGAN (47) | kultur, muzic | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Başkavak
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mardin Yaşayan Müze | ||||
| Sabancı Kent Müzesi |
Libraries in Başkavak
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kütüphane | 0.0 | |||||
| Mardin İl Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Başkavak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Çarşı |
Gas Stations in Başkavak
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Başkavak
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Başkavak
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Batman Airport | BAL | Medium Airport |
| Diyarbakır Airport | DIY | Medium Airport |
| Mardin Airport | MQM | Medium Airport |
| Qamishli International Airport | KAC | Medium Airport |
| Darbasiyah Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Başkavak
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Başkavak Maahllesi Yeni Camii | |
| Çeşmebaşı Cami | |
| Hıdır Camii | |
| Serenli Mahallesi Camii |
Quick Facts
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7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Başkavak?
Başkavak has a population of 2,032 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 390.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Başkavak?
Başkavak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.