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Başyurt, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Başyurt is a small town in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 564. Elevation: 3,520 ft (1,073 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

564 Population 1/sq mi density
3,520 ft Elevation 1,073 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
36.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population564
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Population564
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Coordinates38.8351°, 39.9793°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (914 mm)
Annual Snowfall32.9 inches (84 cm)

About Başyurt

Başyurt is a small town in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 564. The city sits at an elevation of 3,520 feet (1,073 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Başyurt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 311 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 36.0 inches. The area receives 32.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3,520 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,520 ft (1,073 m)
Area422.1 sq mi (1,093.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates38.8351°N, 39.9793°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 32.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.80"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

481 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 92 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 103 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 46 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 75 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 3 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 117 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 78 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 91 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 69 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 98 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 105 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 84 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 81 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 141 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 109 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 15 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 107 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 136 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 104 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 144 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 32,700 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (196 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 4.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in
December 36°F (2°C) 4.8 in Wettest

Başyurt has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 33°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Başyurt

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Can Radyo classical AAC+ 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Başyurt

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #6344822425
TR #7255005829

Airports Near Başyurt

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Başyurt

What is the population of Başyurt?

Başyurt has a population of 564 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 422.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Başyurt?

Başyurt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 32.9 inches of snow.

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