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Kiğı, Turkey

Bingöl · Turkey

Kiğı is a small city in Bingöl, Turkey with a population of 5,013. Elevation: 5,003 ft (1,525 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,013 Population 4,397/sq mi density
5,003 ft Elevation 1,525 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Kiğı

Kiğı is a town and seat of the Kiğı District of Bingöl Province in Turkey. The mayor is Hikmet Özüağ (AKP).

People

Population5,013
Density4,397/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Population5,013
Population Density4,397 / sq mi
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Coordinates39.3136°, 40.3503°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBingöl
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (927 mm)
Annual Snowfall53.1 inches (135 cm)

About Kiğı

Kiğı is a small city in Turkey (Bingöl) with a population of 5,013. The city sits at an elevation of 5,003 feet (1,525 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kiğı experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 295 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 36.5 inches. The area receives 53.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,003 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below Turkey avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density4,397/sq mi
Coordinates39.3136°N, 40.3503°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 53.1"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.60"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

399 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 149 km
Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 78 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 36 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 59 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 46 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 44 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 33 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 47 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 22 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 51 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 145 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 141 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 74 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 64 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 56 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 79 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 72 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 140 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 36 km
Apr 20, 1990 5 km NE of Otlukbeli, Turkey M5.4 80 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 93 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (178 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 178 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 3.6 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 33°F (0°C) 3.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in Wettest
May 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 71°F (21°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.7 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.8 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.9 in

Kiğı has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Kiğı

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Göl Radyo folk, pop MP3 128 kbps

Gas Stations in Kiğı

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #7065629149

Ski Resorts Near Kiğı

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kandilli Biathlon Facility 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kiğı

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kiğı

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Balaban Bey Camii
Meryemana Kilisesi
Surp Kevork Church

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 Kiğı

What is the population of Kiğı?

Kiğı has a population of 5,013 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 4,397 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kiğı?

Kiğı has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 53.1 inches of snow.

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