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Çobantaşı, Turkey

Bingöl · Turkey

Çobantaşı is a small town in Bingöl, Turkey with a population of 942. Elevation: 4,997 ft (1,523 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

942 Population 2/sq mi density
4,997 ft Elevation 1,523 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
33.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population942
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,997 ft (1,523 m)
Population942
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation4,997 ft (1,523 m)
Coordinates39.0725°, 40.8102°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBingöl
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (851 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.9 inches (40 cm)

About Çobantaşı

Çobantaşı is a small town in Turkey (Bingöl) with a population of 942. The city sits at an elevation of 4,997 feet (1,523 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Çobantaşı experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.5 inches. The area receives 15.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 4,997 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below Turkey avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,997 ft (1,523 m)
Area466.6 sq mi (1,208.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates39.0725°N, 40.8102°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.5"
12% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 15.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.96"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

347 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 126 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 31 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 75 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 93 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 40 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 91 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 70 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 32 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 41 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 43 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 77 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 86 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 29 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 95 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 39 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 110 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 121 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 57 km
Dec 5, 1995 26 km ENE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.3 76 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (131 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.8 in
March 32°F (0°C) 4.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 4.1 in

Çobantaşı has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Çobantaşı

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Göl Radyo folk, pop MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Çobantaşı

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
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 Çobantaşı

What is the population of Çobantaşı?

Çobantaşı has a population of 942 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 466.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Çobantaşı?

Çobantaşı has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 15.9 inches of snow.

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