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Keban, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Keban is a small city in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 5,837. Elevation: 2,448 ft (746 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,837 Population 8,584/sq mi density
2,448 ft Elevation 746 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
22.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population5,837
Density8,584/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)
Population5,837
Population Density8,584 / sq mi
Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)
Coordinates38.7938°, 38.7352°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation22.3 inches (567 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)

About Keban

Keban is a small city in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 5,837. The city sits at an elevation of 2,448 feet (746 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Keban experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,448 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above Turkey avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density8,584/sq mi
Coordinates38.7938°N, 38.7352°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.3"
41% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.03"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

565 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 14, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 126 km
Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 49 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 126 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 109 km
Feb 6, 2023 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey M6.0 101 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 54 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 132 km
Feb 6, 2023 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey M5.8 118 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 142 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 65 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 71 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 77 km
Mar 2, 2017 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey M5.6 134 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 60 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 115 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 111 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 52 km
Feb 7, 2023 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey M5.5 144 km
Feb 8, 2023 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey M5.4 133 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 32,700 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Keban has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 30°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.1").

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Gas Stations in Keban

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #2434387068
TR #6479970643

Breweries in Keban

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Real Ale Librarywholesale, brewery products manufacturing machinery, commercial801 41st St9164515328

Ski Resorts Near Keban

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Keban

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium Airport
Malatya Erhaç AirportMLXMedium Airport
Boranköy Air Base-Small Airport
Divriği Airport-Small Airport
Malatya Tulga Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Keban

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baraj Camii
Emre Camii
Keban Camii
Yusuf Ziya Paşa Camii

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 Keban

What is the population of Keban?

Keban has a population of 5,837 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 8,584 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Keban?

Keban has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

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