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Gelincik, Turkey

Diyarbakır Province · Turkey

Gelincik is a small town in Diyarbakır Province, Turkey with a population of 861. Elevation: 2,867 ft (874 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

861 Population 3/sq mi density
2,867 ft Elevation 874 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
28.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population861
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Population861
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Coordinates38.4207°, 40.1560°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceDiyarbakır Province
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation28.6 inches (727 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.0 inches (20 cm)

About Gelincik

Gelincik is a small town in Turkey (Diyarbakır Province) with a population of 861. The city sits at an elevation of 2,867 feet (874 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Gelincik enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,867 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above Turkey avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,867 ft (874 m)
Area287.3 sq mi (744.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates38.4207°N, 40.1560°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

420 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 95 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 71 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 52 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 122 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 118 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 121 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 125 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 122 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 113 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 78 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 78 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 131 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 120 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 134 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 33 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 105 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 123 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 97 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 85 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (182 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 4.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 35°F (2°C) 3.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 4.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 47°F (9°C) 3.2 in
December 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in

Gelincik has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 33°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and August the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Gelincik

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Göl Radyo folk, pop MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Gelincik

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Diyarbakır AirportDIYMedium Airport
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall Airport
Diyarbakır Northwest AirportSmall 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 Gelincik

What is the population of Gelincik?

Gelincik has a population of 861 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 287.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gelincik?

Gelincik enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.

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