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Elazığ, Turkey
Elazığ · Turkey
Elazığ is a large city in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 443,363. Elevation: 3,484 ft (1,062 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 443,363 |
| Population Density | 517 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,484 ft (1,062 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6743°, 39.2232° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Elazığ |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (644 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.1 inches (16 cm) |
About Elazığ
Elazığ is a large city in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 443,363. The city sits at an elevation of 3,484 feet (1,062 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Elazığ
Elazığ has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 373 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,484 ft (1,062 m) |
| Area | 857.5 sq mi (2,221.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 517/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6743°N, 39.2232°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Elazığ has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Elazığ
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fırat Üniversitesi | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Elazığ
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mehmet zeki işköğretim okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Güneykent İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Korgeneral Osman Erbaş Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Şehit Aytaç Kaya Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kaya Karakaya Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Kaya Karakaya Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| İstiklal İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Namık Kemal İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Salim Hazardağlı İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| 100. Yıl Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Gazi Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Mehmet Akif Ersoy İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Guzide Hanim Koleji - Girl's school | - | - | - | - |
| Elazığ Anatolian Highschool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Elazığ
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Elazığ
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Archaeology and Ethnography Museum | ||||
| Kahve fincani müzesi | ||||
| Muziki müzesi | ||||
| Şefik gül kültür evi |
Libraries in Elazığ
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pertek İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Hotels in Elazığ
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Elazığ
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Elazığ
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Elazığ
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Elazığ
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Elazığ
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Elazığ
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Elazığ
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Elazığ
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Elazığ
40 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Elazığ
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Elazığ
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Elazığ
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Elazığ
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Elazığ
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovacık Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Elazığ
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Airport | EZS | Medium Airport |
| Diyarbakır Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Elazığ
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bölge Camisi | |
| Çimento Fab. Camii | |
| Fetih Cami | |
| H. Müyesser Emin Canpolat Cami | |
| Hacı Feti Camii | |
| Hacı Mustafa Şahin Camii | |
| Hacı Osman Camii | |
| Hacı Sabri Camii | |
| Hacıoğulları Camii | |
| Hasan Tahsinpaşa Camii | |
| İhsaniye Camii | |
| İmam Efendi Camii | |
| İmam-ı Azam Camii | |
| İzzet Pasha Mosque | |
| Karşıyaka Camii | |
| Khule Surp Kevork Monastery | |
| Kırklar Cami | |
| Kışla Camii | |
| Malabadi Cami | |
| Onurlar Camii |
Quick Facts
Around Elazığ
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Elazığ
7 places within 15 km
- • Harput Kalesi
- • Buzluk Mağarası
- • Kartal Tepe
- • Kızıl Dağ
- • Kızıl Dağ
- • Meryem Dağı
- • Ermeni Protestan Kilisesi
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Elazığ
What is the population of Elazığ?
Elazığ has a population of 443,363 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 517 people per square mile, spread across 857.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Elazığ?
Elazığ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.