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Deliçay, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Deliçay is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 1,290. Elevation: 6,329 ft (1,929 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

1,290 Population 2/sq mi density
6,329 ft Elevation 1,929 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
20.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Deliçay

Deliçay is a creek in Mersin Province, Turkey. In Turkish rivers with irregular flowrate are usually called Deliçay. But here it is a proper noun and it refers to its highly irregular flowrate.

People

Population1,290
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Population1,290
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Coordinates39.0816°, 43.4855°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.8 inches (528 mm)
Annual Snowfall44.0 inches (112 cm)

About Deliçay

Deliçay is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 1,290. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet (1,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Deliçay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 329 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 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,329 ft (1,929 m)
Area823.6 sq mi (2,133.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates39.0816°N, 43.4855°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.8"
45% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 44.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

354 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 40 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 101 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 61 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 144 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 107 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 34 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 146 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 38 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 91 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 30 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 137 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 32 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 73 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 78 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 38 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 63 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 139 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 120 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 87 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (45 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 45 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 98 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 119 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 172 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 186 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in

Deliçay has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (0.4").

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Gas Stations in Deliçay

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TR #1860379152
TR #1860379577

Airports Near Deliçay

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ağrı AirportAJIMedium Airport
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Deliçay

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A.Çökek Mahalle Afetler Camii
A.Çökek Mahalle Camii
A.Çökek Mahalle Y.Çökek Camii
A.Göze Mahalle Camii
A.Göze Mahalle İncesu Camii
A.Göze Mahalle Y.Göze Camii
Ergücü Mahalle Camii
Hacıkaş Mahalle Camii
Haydarbey Mahalle Berat Camii
Hocaali Mahalle Camii
Keklikova Mahalle Camii
Keklikova Mahalle Yeni Camii
Kızılören Mahalle Camii
Monastery of the Holy Mother of God
Pay Mahalle Afetleri Camii
Pay Mahalle Camii
Pay Mahalle Tırmıklı Camii
Sabanbüken Mahalle Camii
Salmanağa Mahalle Camii
Salmanağa Mahalle Mirac Camii
Toprak Mahalle Deredam Camii
Topraklı Mahalle Bakırtaş Camii
Topraklı Mahalle Camii
Topraklı Mahalle Mazman Camii
Topraklı Mahalle Tezgelen Camii
Topraklı Mahalle Yeşilkanat Camii
Yankıtepe Mahalle İmamabdal Camii
Yılanlı Mahalle Camii

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 Deliçay

What is the population of Deliçay?

Deliçay has a population of 1,290 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 823.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Deliçay?

Deliçay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches, with 44.0 inches of snow.

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