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Beğendik, Turkey

Siirt · Turkey

Beğendik is a small town in Siirt, Turkey with a population of 2,560. Elevation: 3,537 ft (1,078 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2,560 Population 4/sq mi density
3,537 ft Elevation 1,078 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Beğendik

Beğendik

Beğendik Bridge, also known as Botan Bridge, is a road bridge crossing the Botan River at Beğendik in Siirt Province in southeastern Turkey. Inaugurated in 2020, it is Turkey's highest and longest main-span bridge.

People

Population2,560
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Population2,560
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Coordinates37.9752°, 42.6465°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceSiirt
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (781 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.6 inches (29 cm)

About Beğendik

Beğendik is a small town in Turkey (Siirt) with a population of 2,560. The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet (1,078 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Beğendik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.8 inches. The area receives 11.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,537 ft (1,078 m)
Area711.0 sq mi (1,841.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates37.9752°N, 42.6465°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.8"
19% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 11.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

274 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 112 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 82 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 101 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 109 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 120 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 53 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 116 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 126 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 129 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 81 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 113 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 80 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 94 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 102 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 68 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 39 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 91 km
Jun 24, 2012 30 km WNW of Özalp, Turkey M4.9 119 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 5 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (84 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 84 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 4.2 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
April 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in Wettest
May 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in

Beğendik has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.1").

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Ski Resorts Near Beğendik

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Beğendik

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi AirportNKTMedium Airport
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport
Tatvan 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 Beğendik

What is the population of Beğendik?

Beğendik has a population of 2,560 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 711.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Beğendik?

Beğendik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow.

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