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Başpınar, Turkey

Erzincan · Turkey

Başpınar is a small town in Erzincan, Turkey with a population of 226. Elevation: 4,508 ft (1,374 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

226 Population 1/sq mi density
4,508 ft Elevation 1,374 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population226
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Population226
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Coordinates39.1902°, 38.6874°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzincan
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation40.6 inches (1,031 mm)
Annual Snowfall43.5 inches (110 cm)

About Başpınar

Başpınar is a small town in Turkey (Erzincan) with a population of 226. The city sits at an elevation of 4,508 feet (1,374 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Başpınar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 310 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 40.6 inches. The area receives 43.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 4,508 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,508 ft (1,374 m)
Area376.1 sq mi (974.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates39.1902°N, 38.6874°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.6"
7% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 43.5"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

487 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 1, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 90 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 98 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 118 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 108 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 139 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 98 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 113 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 129 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 110 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 114 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 103 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 103 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 130 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 94 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 68 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 40 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 149 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 128 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 122 km
Feb 6, 2023 eastern Turkey M5.4 120 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 32,700 111 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
May 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in

Başpınar has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Başpınar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ethnographic museum

Ski Resorts Near Başpınar

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ovacık Kayak Merkezi 0.0 $0

Airports Near Başpınar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium Airport
Boranköy Air BaseSmall Airport
Divriği AirportSmall 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 Başpınar

What is the population of Başpınar?

Başpınar has a population of 226 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 376.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Başpınar?

Başpınar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 43.5 inches of snow.

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