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Kars, Turkey
Kars Province · Turkey
Kars is a mid-size city in Kars Province, Turkey with a population of 91,450. Elevation: 5,797 ft (1,767 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 91,450 |
| Population Density | 157,672 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,797 ft (1,767 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5983°, 43.0855° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kars Province |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.6 inches (446 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Kars
Kars is a mid-size city in Turkey (Kars Province) with a population of 91,450. The city sits at an elevation of 5,797 feet (1,767 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Kars
Kars has an average annual temperature of 5.9°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (19°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 516 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.9°F |
| 24% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,797 ft (1,767 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 157,672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5983°N, 43.0855°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 144 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 154 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.8 in |
Kars has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 14°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Kars
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kafkas Üniversitesi | University | - | Visit → |
| Kafkas Üniversitesi Dereiçi Kampüsü | University | - | , |
| Kafkas Üniversitesi Merkez Kampüsü | University | - | , |
Schools in Kars
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haydar Aliyev Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Kafkas Üniversitesi Kalkınma Vakfı İlk ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| 30 Ekim Toplu Konut İdaresi İlk ve Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk İlköğretim Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Gazi Ahmet Muhtar Paşa | - | - | - | - |
| 30 Ekim Anaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Namık Kemal İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Cumhuriyet İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kasım Kurşunoğlu Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Kars Alpaslan Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kars
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio VAN (AM) | - | AAC,H.264 1700 kbps |
Museums in Kars
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Museum | ||||
| Kafkas Cephesi Harp Tarihi Müzesi | ||||
| Kara Peynir muzesi | ||||
| Kars Museum |
Libraries in Kars
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aynalı Köşk | 0.0 | |||||
| Kars İl Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Kütüphane | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kars
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boy Market | |||||
| Çankaya Market | |||||
| Gazi Kars Bedesteni | |||||
| Kafkas Park |
Hotels in Kars
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kars
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kars
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kars
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kars
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kars
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kars
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kars
27 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kars
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kars
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kars
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kars
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kars
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cumhuriyet PTT |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kars
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ani |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kars
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ali Ağa Camii, Kars | |
| Church of the Holy Apostles | |
| Fethiye Cami | |
| Hacı Silo Üreyil Cami | |
| Hafız Kurban Cami | |
| Hasan El Harakani Cami | |
| Hz. Ali Çarşı Camii | |
| Işıklı Camii | |
| İstasyon Camii | |
| Kars Armenian Catholic Church | |
| Kümbet camii (Havariler Kilisesi) | |
| Kümbet Kilise | |
| Merkez Cami | |
| Sultan Alparslan Camii |
Quick Facts
Around Kars
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kars
9 places within 15 km
- • Castle
- • Kars Kalesi
- • Akbaba Dağı
- • Diktepe
- • Kır Sırtı
- • Üçler Tepesi
- • Cuma Hamamı
- • İlbeyoğlu Muradiye Hamamı
- • Surb Astuatsatsin
🇹🇷 About Turkey
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kars
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kars
What is the population of Kars?
Kars has a population of 91,450 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 157,672 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kars?
Kars has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.