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Hanak, Turkey

Ardahan · Turkey

Hanak is a small city in Ardahan, Turkey with a population of 5,122. Elevation: 5,928 ft (1,807 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,122 Population 17/sq mi density
5,928 ft Elevation 1,807 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Hanak

Hanak

Hanak is a town in Ardahan Province of Turkey, on the road from Ardahan to Posof. It is the seat of Çıldır District. Its population is 2,880 (2021). The town is populated by Turks.

People

Population5,122
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation5,928 ft (1,807 m)
Population5,122
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation5,928 ft (1,807 m)
Coordinates41.2334°, 42.8404°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceArdahan
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (655 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)

About Hanak

Hanak is a small city in Turkey (Ardahan) with a population of 5,122. The city sits at an elevation of 5,928 feet (1,807 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Hanak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,928 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below Turkey avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,928 ft (1,807 m)
Area308.7 sq mi (799.5 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates41.2334°N, 42.8404°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

130 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 8, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 106 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 74 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 57 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 98 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 82 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 132 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 50 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 124 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 103 km
May 1, 1991 8 km S of Oni, Georgia M4.8 150 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 95 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 113 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 95 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 111 km
Mar 15, 2022 20 km ESE of Vani, Georgia M4.7 90 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 97 km
Mar 18, 2000 9 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 96 km
May 3, 1991 12 km SSW of Oni, Georgia M4.6 145 km
Apr 30, 1991 6 km ESE of Ambrolauri, Georgia M4.6 144 km
May 10, 1991 2 km SSW of Ambrolauri, Georgia M4.6 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (80 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 80 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 139 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, Driest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.5 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in

Hanak has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 15°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.4").

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Castles in Hanak

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kırnav Kalesi
Ruins

Gas Stations in Hanak

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bpet
TR #1351150713

Ski Resorts Near Hanak

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Goderdzi Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Didveli (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Hanak

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kars AirportKSYMedium 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 Hanak

What is the population of Hanak?

Hanak has a population of 5,122 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 308.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hanak?

Hanak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

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