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Bitlis, Turkey
Bitlis · Turkey
Bitlis is a mid-size city in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 53,023. Elevation: 4,902 ft (1,494 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 53,023 |
| Population Density | 19,859 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,902 ft (1,494 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4012°, 42.1078° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Bitlis |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.4 inches (949 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.3 inches (46 cm) |
About Bitlis
Bitlis is a mid-size city in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 53,023. The city sits at an elevation of 4,902 feet (1,494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Bitlis
Bitlis has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 503 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,902 ft (1,494 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,859/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4012°N, 42.1078°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 30 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 33°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.7 in |
Bitlis has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Bitlis
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dideban Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Bitlis Said Nursi Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Bitlis Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Bitlis Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Muştakbaba Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Oya Havare Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Bitlis Güzeldere Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Şems-İ Bitlis İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| 100. Yıl Atatürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bitlis
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo 13 | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Bitlis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Etnografya Müzesi |
Libraries in Bitlis
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Bombat mahallesi İlköğretim okulu | 0.0 | |||||
| Evsel mahallesi İlköğretim Okulu | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bitlis
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bitlis
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bitlis
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bitlis
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bitlis
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bitlis
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bitlis
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bitlis
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nemrut Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bitlis
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muş Airport | MSR | Medium Airport |
| Siirt Airport | SXZ | Medium Airport |
| Muş West Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tatvan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bitlis
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bitlis
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alemdar Camii | |
| Aynelbarit Camii | |
| Bitlis Şerefiye Camii | |
| Bitlis Ulu Camii | |
| Dört Sandık Camii | |
| Gazibey Cami | |
| Gökmeydan Camii | |
| Hatuniye Camii | |
| Hicret Camii | |
| Kalealtı Camii | |
| Kureyşi Camii | |
| Meydan Camii | |
| Sultaniye Camii |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Bitlis
4 places within 15 km
- • Bitlis Kalesi
- • Dideban Dağı
- • Şıkırın Tepesi
- • bitlis kalesi great view
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bitlis
What is the population of Bitlis?
Bitlis has a population of 53,023 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 19,859 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bitlis?
Bitlis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.