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Geçitboyu, Turkey

Şırnak · Turkey

Geçitboyu is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 778. Elevation: 4,675 ft (1,425 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

778 Population 3/sq mi density
4,675 ft Elevation 1,425 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population778
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation4,675 ft (1,425 m)
Population778
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation4,675 ft (1,425 m)
Coordinates37.4920°, 42.5186°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.2 inches (11 cm)

About Geçitboyu

Geçitboyu is a small town in Turkey (Şırnak) with a population of 778. The city sits at an elevation of 4,675 feet (1,425 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Geçitboyu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 280 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 31.1 inches. The area receives 4.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,675 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above Turkey avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,675 ft (1,425 m)
Area252.6 sq mi (654.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates37.4920°N, 42.5186°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 4.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

153 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Mar 11, 2025.

Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 105 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 136 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 107 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 28 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 134 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 93 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 93 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 144 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 40 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 123 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 57 km
Oct 23, 2011 30 km NNW of Van, Turkey M4.8 150 km
Jan 25, 2005 3 km ESE of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.8 112 km
Oct 23, 2011 7 km N of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 128 km
Nov 3, 1997 8 km NW of Ahlat, Turkey M4.8 146 km
Oct 23, 2003 8 km NW of ?enoba, Turkey M4.8 13 km
Feb 2, 1991 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq M4.8 43 km
Oct 23, 2011 28 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 135 km
Dec 9, 1997 18 km NW of Dihok, Iraq M4.7 64 km
Feb 14, 1995 5 km W of Do?anköy, Turkey M4.7 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (132 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 132 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.2 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 4.8 in
March 44°F (6°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 53°F (12°C) 4.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in

Geçitboyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 34°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Stadiums & Teams in Geçitboyu

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Airports Near Geçitboyu

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Siirt AirportSXZMedium Airport
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi AirportNKTMedium Airport
Abu Hajar RumeilanSmall Airport
Bamarni AirportBMNSmall Airport
MalikiyahSmall Airport
Rahiba AirportSmall Airport
Tall HadiSmall Airport

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 Geçitboyu

What is the population of Geçitboyu?

Geçitboyu has a population of 778 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 252.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Geçitboyu?

Geçitboyu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow.

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