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Karaurgan, Turkey

Kars Province · Turkey

Karaurgan is a small town in Kars Province, Turkey with a population of 661. Elevation: 5,942 ft (1,811 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

661 Population 1/sq mi density
5,942 ft Elevation 1,811 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
37.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population661
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation5,942 ft (1,811 m)
Population661
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,942 ft (1,811 m)
Coordinates40.2396°, 42.2728°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceKars Province
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation37.1 inches (943 mm)
Annual Snowfall103.7 inches (263 cm)

About Karaurgan

Karaurgan is a small town in Turkey (Kars Province) with a population of 661. The city sits at an elevation of 5,942 feet (1,811 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Karaurgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°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 37.1 inches. The area receives 103.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,942 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Turkey avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,942 ft (1,811 m)
Area671.8 sq mi (1,740.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates40.2396°N, 42.2728°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.1"
2% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 103.7"
Wettest Month (May) 3.10"
Driest Month (Sep) 1.00"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

144 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 2, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 15 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 146 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 127 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 129 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 142 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 72 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 74 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 88 km
Jan 29, 1995 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 54 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 132 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 135 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 119 km
May 29, 2001 20 km S of Pasinler, Turkey M4.8 72 km
May 29, 2001 22 km NW of Karayaz?, Turkey M4.7 51 km
Apr 1, 2004 6 km E of A?kale, Turkey M4.7 132 km
Dec 19, 1998 13 km W of Horasan, Turkey M4.7 33 km
Mar 20, 2000 15 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 23 km
Mar 18, 2000 9 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 26 km
Feb 17, 2007 5 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 31 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 166 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 168 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 176 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 183 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 188 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.1 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in Wettest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
August 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in Driest
October 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.2 in

Karaurgan has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 18°F in February to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and September the driest (1.0").

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Castles in Karaurgan

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Zivin Castle

Train Stations in Karaurgan

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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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 Karaurgan

What is the population of Karaurgan?

Karaurgan has a population of 661 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 671.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karaurgan?

Karaurgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 103.7 inches of snow.

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