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Çaylar, Turkey

Muş · Turkey

Çaylar is a small town in Muş, Turkey with a population of 315. Elevation: 5,397 ft (1,645 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

315 Population 1/sq mi density
5,397 ft Elevation 1,645 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population315
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation5,397 ft (1,645 m)
Population315
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,397 ft (1,645 m)
Coordinates39.2673°, 41.2834°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMuş
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (699 mm)
Annual Snowfall75.9 inches (193 cm)

About Çaylar

Çaylar is a small town in Turkey (Muş) with a population of 315. The city sits at an elevation of 5,397 feet (1,645 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Çaylar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°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 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 75.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,397 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,397 ft (1,645 m)
Area629.6 sq mi (1,630.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates39.2673°N, 41.2834°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 75.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

337 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 76 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 121 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 124 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 53 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 120 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 99 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 35 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 36 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 18 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 123 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 84 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 73 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 33 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 49 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 97 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 69 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 132 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 20 km
Dec 5, 1995 26 km ENE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.3 99 km
Mar 8, 2010 15 km SSE of Karakoçan, Turkey M5.2 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (107 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 107 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in
February 20°F (-7°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
April 40°F (5°C) 4.2 in Wettest
May 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 3.0 in

Çaylar has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 20°F in February to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (0.4").

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Ski Resorts Near Çaylar

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Palandöken Kayak Merkezi 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kandilli Biathlon Facility 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Çaylar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Erzurum International AirportERZMedium Airport
Muş AirportMSRMedium Airport
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall Airport
Muş West Airport-Small 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 Çaylar

What is the population of Çaylar?

Çaylar has a population of 315 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 629.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Çaylar?

Çaylar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches, with 75.9 inches of snow.

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