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Bilgi, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Bilgi is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 1,100. Elevation: 5,561 ft (1,695 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

1,100 Population 2/sq mi density
5,561 ft Elevation 1,695 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population1,100
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Population1,100
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Coordinates38.0961°, 43.2609°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (609 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)

About Bilgi

Bilgi is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 1,100. The city sits at an elevation of 5,561 feet (1,695 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Bilgi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,561 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below Turkey avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Area596.1 sq mi (1,544.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.0961°N, 43.2609°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.0"
37% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.78"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

345 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 73 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 107 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 62 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 66 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 148 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 108 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 79 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 45 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 86 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 78 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 81 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 145 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 77 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 121 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 58 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 74 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 146 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 69 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 149 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 109 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 150 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 3.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in Wettest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in

Bilgi has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.8") and August the driest (0.3").

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Ski Resorts Near Bilgi

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Bilgi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bilgi

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ağaçlık Mahalle Camii
Alacayar Mahalle Aş.Durak Camii
Alacayar Mahalle Tellikaya Camii
Bilgi Mahalle Camii
Boyunpınar Mahalle Camii
Dağseven Mahalle Camii
Görentaş Mahalle Ş.M.Tayyar Camii
İmam Şafii Camii
Kapıdağı Mahalle Camii
Kayaboğaz Mahalle Camii
Teknecik Mahalle Camii
Teknecik Mahalle Saygın Camii
Üçyüzler Mahalle Camii
Yaşlıdal Mahalle Camii

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 Bilgi

What is the population of Bilgi?

Bilgi has a population of 1,100 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 596.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bilgi?

Bilgi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

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