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Erciş, Turkey
Van · Turkey
Erciş is a mid-size city in Van, Turkey with a population of 91,915. Elevation: 5,518 ft (1,682 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 91,915 |
| Population Density | 112 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,518 ft (1,682 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.0259°, 43.3596° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Van |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.5 inches (494 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.9 inches (17 cm) |
About Erciş
Erciş is a mid-size city in Turkey (Van) with a population of 91,915. The city sits at an elevation of 5,518 feet (1,682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Erciş
Erciş has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 374 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,518 ft (1,682 m) |
| Area | 823.6 sq mi (2,133.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0259°N, 43.3596°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 58 km |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 106 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 110 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.8 in |
Erciş has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Erciş
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erciş Teknik Lise Ve Endüstri Meslek Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Tenzile Ana İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Erciş Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Sezai Karakoç Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Adnan Menderes İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Erciş Selçuklu Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Ercişli Emrah Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Erciş
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Erciş
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Erciş
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Erciş
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ağrı Airport | AJI | Medium Airport |
| Van Ferit Melen Airport | VAN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Erciş
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT - Erçiş Şb. |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Erciş
86 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.Alkanat Mahalle Camii | |
| Abdulbaki Çelik Mescidi | |
| Abdullah Çelik Camii | |
| Akabe Camii | |
| Akşemsettin Camii | |
| Akyol Camii | |
| Aşağı Latifiye Mahalle Camii | |
| Bağlar Camii | |
| Bahçelievler Mahalle Camii | |
| Bediüzzaman Said-İ Nursi Camii | |
| Belediye Mescidi | |
| Büyük Hafız Camii | |
| Çelebibağ Mahalle Hüseyin Bakınç Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Çelebiler Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Geylani Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Hacı Hasan Bakınç Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Hz.Hasan Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Hz.Hüseyin Camii | |
| Çelebibağı Mahalle Medine Camii |
Quick Facts
Around Erciş
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Erciş
What is the population of Erciş?
Erciş has a population of 91,915 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 112 people per square mile, spread across 823.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Erciş?
Erciş has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.