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Kavuştuk, Turkey

Bitlis · Turkey

Kavuştuk is a small town in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 952. Elevation: 5,463 ft (1,665 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

952 Population 2/sq mi density
5,463 ft Elevation 1,665 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
18.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population952
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation5,463 ft (1,665 m)
Population952
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,463 ft (1,665 m)
Coordinates38.8128°, 43.0641°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBitlis
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.5 inches (471 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)

About Kavuştuk

Kavuştuk is a small town in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 952. The city sits at an elevation of 5,463 feet (1,665 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kavuştuk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,463 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below Turkey avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,463 ft (1,665 m)
Area600.2 sq mi (1,554.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.8128°N, 43.0641°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.5"
51% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.56"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

346 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 2, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 40 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 119 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 144 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 20 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 124 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 20 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 48 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 48 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 47 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 33 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 82 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 39 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 24 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 88 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 139 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 26 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 132 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 67 km
Sep 17, 2013 17 km S of Varto, Turkey M5.0 138 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 75 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 92 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
March 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
July 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
December 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in

Kavuştuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 27°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Ski Resorts Near Kavuştuk

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Kavuştuk

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium 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 Kavuştuk

What is the population of Kavuştuk?

Kavuştuk has a population of 952 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 600.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kavuştuk?

Kavuştuk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.

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