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Demirkapı, Turkey

Muş · Turkey

Demirkapı is a small town in Muş, Turkey with a population of 999. Elevation: 4,754 ft (1,449 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

999 Population 4/sq mi density
4,754 ft Elevation 1,449 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population999
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation4,754 ft (1,449 m)
Population999
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,754 ft (1,449 m)
Coordinates39.0936°, 41.9064°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMuş
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (673 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.4 inches (29 cm)

About Demirkapı

Demirkapı is a small town in Turkey (Muş) with a population of 999. The city sits at an elevation of 4,754 feet (1,449 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Demirkapı experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,754 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below Turkey avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,754 ft (1,449 m)
Area238.8 sq mi (618.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates39.0936°N, 41.9064°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 11.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.90"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

409 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 145 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 125 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 114 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 110 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 92 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 125 km
Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 146 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 93 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 137 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 89 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 73 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 117 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 132 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 122 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 106 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 86 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 75 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 134 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 117 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (56 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 56 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 2.9 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
June 62°F (16°C) 1.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 38°F (4°C) 3.1 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.7 in

Demirkapı has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 20°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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Ski Resorts Near Demirkapı

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 Demirkapı

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muş AirportMSRMedium Airport
Muş West Airport-Small Airport
Tatvan 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 Demirkapı

What is the population of Demirkapı?

Demirkapı has a population of 999 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 238.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Demirkapı?

Demirkapı has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow.

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