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Kaçıt, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Kaçıt is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 862. Elevation: 6,411 ft (1,954 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

862 Population 1/sq mi density
6,411 ft Elevation 1,954 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population862
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)
Population862
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)
Coordinates37.9326°, 42.9890°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)

About Kaçıt

Kaçıt is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 862. The city sits at an elevation of 6,411 feet (1,954 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kaçıt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,411 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,411 ft (1,954 m)
Area596.1 sq mi (1,544.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates37.9326°N, 42.9890°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 13.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

308 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 99 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 78 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 72 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 137 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 101 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 52 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 106 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 112 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 105 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 107 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 92 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 75 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 100 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 92 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 123 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 57 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 55 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 149 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (104 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 104 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
March 32°F (0°C) 3.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in Wettest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Kaçıt has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.2").

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Ski Resorts Near Kaçıt

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Kaçıt

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport
Tatvan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaçıt

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kaçit Mahalle Camii
Kaçit Mahalle Sak Camii
Korulu Mahalle Albucak Camii
Sığırcık Mahalle Camii

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 Kaçıt

What is the population of Kaçıt?

Kaçıt has a population of 862 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 596.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kaçıt?

Kaçıt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.

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