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Erçek, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Erçek is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 3,763. Elevation: 5,925 ft (1,806 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,763 Population 5/sq mi density
5,925 ft Elevation 1,806 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
17.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Erçek

Erçek Cave is a cave located in Zonguldak, northern Turkey.

People

Population3,763
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days337/yr
Elevation5,925 ft (1,806 m)
Population3,763
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation5,925 ft (1,806 m)
Coordinates38.6511°, 43.6440°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation17.8 inches (452 mm)
Annual Snowfall46.6 inches (118 cm)

About Erçek

Erçek is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 3,763. The city sits at an elevation of 5,925 feet (1,806 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Erçek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 337 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 17.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 46.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,925 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days337 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,925 ft (1,806 m)
Area748.3 sq mi (1,938.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates38.6511°N, 43.6440°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.8"
53% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 46.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

372 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 14 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 66 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 113 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 115 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 49 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 71 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 116 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 35 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 18 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 25 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 107 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 12 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 69 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 29 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 124 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 125 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 109 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 15 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 48 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (81 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 81 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 123 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 130 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in

Erçek has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 21°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Erçek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
van il halk kütüphanesi0.0
Van İl Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Farmers Markets in Erçek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Büyük Rus Pazari
Büyük Rus Pazari

Train Stations in Erçek

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Erçek
Söylemez

Gas Stations in Erçek

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #6183041524

Ski Resorts Near Erçek

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abalı Kayak Merkezi 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Erçek

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Erçek

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aktaş Mahalle Camii
Baklatepe Mahalle Camii
Değirmenarkı Mahalle Camii
Erçek Mahalle Hacı Mehmet Öner Camii
Erçek Mahalle Nur Camii
Irgat Mahalle Camii
Karagündüz Mahalle Camii
Kaymaklı 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 Erçek

What is the population of Erçek?

Erçek has a population of 3,763 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 748.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Erçek?

Erçek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 46.6 inches of snow.

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