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Bitez, Turkey
Muğla · Turkey
Bitez is a small city in Muğla, Turkey with a population of 11,048. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,048 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.0444°, 27.3933° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Muğla |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.7 inches (754 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bitez
Bitez is a small city in Turkey (Muğla) with a population of 11,048. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Bitez
Bitez has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (12.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 335.5 sq mi (869.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0444°N, 27.3933°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 20.0 m (66 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1956 | CYCLADES | Eruption + Earthquake | 20.0 m | 56 | 135 km |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 109 km |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | - | 98 km |
| 1481 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 128 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 13 km |
| 1851 | ASIA MINOR | Earthquake | 1.8 m | - | 137 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 71 km |
| 1741 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | - | - | 136 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 28 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | - | - | 28 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 66 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 55 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 192 km |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
Bitez has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Bitez
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cahit Özvezneci İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bitez
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proto Κως (GR) | greek, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλμός 94,9 (GR) | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Έκφραση 97 (GR) | greek music, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μελωδία 106.9 (GR) | pentecostal, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| City 93 (GR) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bitez
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antik Balık Pazarı | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Kos | ||||
| Bodrum Maritime Museum | ||||
| Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology | ||||
| Halikarnas Balıkçısı Müzesi | ||||
| International Hipocratic Foundation of Kos | ||||
| Traditional House | ||||
| Zeki Müren Arts Mueum | ||||
| Ιστορικό Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κω |
Libraries in Bitez
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nazım Hikmet Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Zai Yaşam Bodrum | 0.0 | |||||
| Zai Yaşam Bodrum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bitez
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar Turgutreis | |||||
| Dimotiki Agora | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market on Friday | |||||
| Ortakent Market | |||||
| Pazar | |||||
| Yalıkavak Tuesday Market |
Hotels in Bitez
22 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bitez
27 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bitez
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bitez
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bitez
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bitez
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bitez
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bitez
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" | KGS | Large Airport |
| Milas Bodrum International Airport | BJV | Large Airport |
| Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" | RHO | Large Airport |
| Samos Airport | SMI | Medium Airport |
| Bodrum-Imsık Airport | BXN | Small Airport |
| Kalymnos Airport | JKL | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
| Maritsa Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bitez
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bitez Merkez Cami | |
| Bitez Yalı Cami | |
| Sit |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bitez
What is the population of Bitez?
Bitez has a population of 11,048 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 335.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bitez?
Bitez enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.