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Karaköy, Turkey

Muş · Turkey

Karaköy is a small town in Muş, Turkey with a population of 737. Elevation: 6,070 ft (1,850 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

737 Population 1/sq mi density
6,070 ft Elevation 1,850 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
27.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population737
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation6,070 ft (1,850 m)
Population737
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation6,070 ft (1,850 m)
Coordinates39.0910°, 41.6830°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceMuş
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (686 mm)
Annual Snowfall44.9 inches (114 cm)

About Karaköy

Karaköy is a small town in Turkey (Muş) with a population of 737. The city sits at an elevation of 6,070 feet (1,850 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Karaköy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 318 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 27.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 6,070 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below Turkey avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,070 ft (1,850 m)
Area629.6 sq mi (1,630.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates39.0910°N, 41.6830°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.0"
29% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 44.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

388 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 106 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 149 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 131 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 92 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 74 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 137 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 75 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 143 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 72 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 120 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 132 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 148 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 109 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 54 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 89 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 83 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 131 km
Dec 5, 1995 26 km ENE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.3 138 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 57 km
Jan 29, 1995 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey M5.2 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (68 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 68 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 2.7 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in Wettest
May 53°F (11°C) 3.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
August 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.9 in

Karaköy has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 21°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.0") and August the driest (0.4").

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Ski Resorts Near Karaköy

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Karaköy

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muş AirportMSRMedium Airport
Muş West Airport-Small Airport
Tatvan Airport-Small 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 Karaköy

What is the population of Karaköy?

Karaköy has a population of 737 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 629.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karaköy?

Karaköy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches, with 44.9 inches of snow.

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