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Elaçmaz, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Elaçmaz is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 1,064. Elevation: 7,776 ft (2,370 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

1,064 Population 2/sq mi density
7,776 ft Elevation 2,370 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population1,064
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation7,776 ft (2,370 m)
Population1,064
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation7,776 ft (2,370 m)
Coordinates38.4658°, 43.9899°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (462 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)

About Elaçmaz

Elaçmaz is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 1,064. The city sits at an elevation of 7,776 feet (2,370 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Elaçmaz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,776 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below Turkey avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,776 ft (2,370 m)
Area552.1 sq mi (1,430.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.4658°N, 43.9899°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"
52% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.1"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.72"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

369 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 51 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 34 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 80 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 97 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 82 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 37 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 83 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 71 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 47 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 93 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 75 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 61 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 50 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 9 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 94 km
Feb 26, 2000 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey M5.2 146 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 79 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 77 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 52 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (100 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 100 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 140 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 155 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in Wettest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 1.7 in

Elaçmaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Elaçmaz

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elaçmaz

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bağrıaçık Mahalle Akgöl Camii
Bağrıaçık Mahalle Camii
Çakmak Mahalle Camii
Çardak Mahalle Camii
Elaçmaz Mahalle Camii
Kargalı Mahalle Camii
Öveçli Mahalle Camii
Sütlüce Mahalle Camii
Yarımağıl Mahalle Camii
Yukarı Sütlüce 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 Elaçmaz

What is the population of Elaçmaz?

Elaçmaz has a population of 1,064 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 Elaçmaz?

Elaçmaz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.

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