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Çukurca, Turkey
Hakkâri · Turkey
Çukurca is a small city in Hakkâri, Turkey with a population of 8,843. Elevation: 4,245 ft (1,294 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Çukurca
Çukurca is a municipality (belde) and seat of Çukurca District in Hakkâri Province of Turkey. The city is populated by Kurds of the Ertoşî and Pinyanişî tribes and had a population of 10,252in 2023. The mayor is Ensar Dündar from Justice and Development Party since 2019.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,843 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,245 ft (1,294 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.2481°, 43.6136° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Hakkâri |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.0 inches (25 cm) |
About Çukurca
Çukurca is a small city in Turkey (Hakkâri) with a population of 8,843. The city sits at an elevation of 4,245 feet (1,294 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,245 ft (1,294 m) |
| Area | 478.1 sq mi (1,238.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2481°N, 43.6136°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 4.2 in |
Çukurca has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Libraries in Çukurca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Çukurca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Froşga |
Stadiums & Teams in Çukurca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Çukurca
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakkari Yüksekova Airport | YKO | Medium Airport |
| Bamarni Airport | BMN | Small Airport |
| Bashur Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yüksekova Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Çukurca
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dutluca Mahallesi Camii | |
| Emir Şaban Camii |
Quick Facts
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7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Çukurca?
Çukurca has a population of 8,843 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 478.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Çukurca?
Çukurca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow.