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Güzelhisar, Turkey

Erzurum · Turkey

Güzelhisar is a small town in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 971. Elevation: 6,647 ft (2,026 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

971 Population 1/sq mi density
6,647 ft Elevation 2,026 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population971
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation6,647 ft (2,026 m)
Population971
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,647 ft (2,026 m)
Coordinates39.8290°, 41.9814°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (559 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)

About Güzelhisar

Güzelhisar is a small town in Turkey (Erzurum) with a population of 971. The city sits at an elevation of 6,647 feet (2,026 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Güzelhisar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,647 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below Turkey avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,647 ft (2,026 m)
Area803.7 sq mi (2,081.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates39.8290°N, 41.9814°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.0"
42% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (May) 3.23"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

229 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 118 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 107 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 101 km
Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 67 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 100 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 95 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 103 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 96 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 115 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 31 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 125 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 103 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 80 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 79 km
Jan 29, 1995 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey M5.2 113 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 108 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 79 km
Jul 2, 2006 4 km WSW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.0 107 km
Sep 17, 2013 17 km S of Varto, Turkey M5.0 99 km
Nov 3, 1997 8 km NW of Ahlat, Turkey M4.8 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes 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
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 171 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in
March 24°F (-5°C) 2.0 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.0 in
August 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 2.1 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in

Güzelhisar has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 15°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.8").

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Libraries in Güzelhisar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Köprüköy İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Castles in Güzelhisar

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avnik Castle

Ski Resorts Near Güzelhisar

1 ski resorts within range.

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

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 Güzelhisar

What is the population of Güzelhisar?

Güzelhisar has a population of 971 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 803.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Güzelhisar?

Güzelhisar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

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