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Dorutay, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Dorutay is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 1,169. Elevation: 6,673 ft (2,034 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

1,169 Population 2/sq mi density
6,673 ft Elevation 2,034 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Dorutay

Dorutay is a village in the Pertek District, Tunceli Province, Turkey. The village is populated by Kurds of the Şikakî tribe and had a population of 219 in 2021.

People

Population1,169
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Population1,169
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Coordinates38.7994°, 44.0673°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall58.2 inches (148 cm)

About Dorutay

Dorutay is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 1,169. The city sits at an elevation of 6,673 feet (2,034 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Dorutay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 58.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,673 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below Turkey avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,673 ft (2,034 m)
Area552.1 sq mi (1,430.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.7994°N, 44.0673°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.5"
49% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 58.2"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.50"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

359 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 49 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 43 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 85 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 88 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 135 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 50 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 67 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 87 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 41 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 109 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 54 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 78 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 39 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 32 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 49 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 93 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 87 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 79 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (64 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 64 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 102 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 160 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 166 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 183 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 193 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in Wettest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 1.5 in

Dorutay has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Dorutay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yeni Dönerdere İlköğretim Okulu
Karasu Ortaokulu
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Airports Near Dorutay

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dorutay

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A.Sağmalı Mahalle Camii
A.Sağmalı Mahalle Yenicamii
A.Yorganlı Mahalle Camii
Aksorguç Mahalle Camii
Çavuşlar Mahalle Camii
Çubuklu Mahalle Camii
Dağdeviren Mahalle Camii
Dağdeviren Mahalle Yeni Camii
Dorutay Mahalle Camii
Dorutay Mahalle Yeni Camii
E.Dönerdere Mahalle Camii
Eğribelen Mahalle Camii
Günyüzlü Mahalle Camii
Sağmalı Mahalle Hz.Ali Camii
Şehittepe Mahalle Camii
Yukarı Yorganlı Mahalle Camii
Yumruklu 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 Dorutay

What is the population of Dorutay?

Dorutay has a population of 1,169 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 552.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dorutay?

Dorutay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°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 19.5 inches, with 58.2 inches of snow.

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