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Karakoçan, Turkey
Elazığ · Turkey
Karakoçan is a small city in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 29,735. Elevation: 3,566 ft (1,087 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 29,735 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,566 ft (1,087 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9518°, 40.0271° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Elazığ |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (882 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
About Karakoçan
Karakoçan is a small city in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 29,735. The city sits at an elevation of 3,566 feet (1,087 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Karakoçan
Karakoçan has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 602 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,566 ft (1,087 m) |
| Area | 422.1 sq mi (1,093.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9518°N, 40.0271°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (194 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-0°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Karakoçan has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Karakoçan
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karakoçan İmam Hatip Lisesi | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Karakoçan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Göl Radyo | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Hotels in Karakoçan
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karakoçan
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Karakoçan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ergan Mountain Winter Sports and Eco-Tourism Center | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Karakoçan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Airport | EZS | Medium Airport |
| Bingöl Airport | BGG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karakoçan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| H.Hasan Yörük Camii | |
| Kırkpınar Mahallesi Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Karakoçan
What is the population of Karakoçan?
Karakoçan has a population of 29,735 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 422.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karakoçan?
Karakoçan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.