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Kırkgeçit, Turkey
Van · Turkey
Kırkgeçit is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 493. Elevation: 6,847 ft (2,087 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 493 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,847 ft (2,087 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1356°, 43.4939° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Van |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.2 inches (437 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 51.8 inches (132 cm) |
About Kırkgeçit
Kırkgeçit is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 493. The city sits at an elevation of 6,847 feet (2,087 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,847 ft (2,087 m) |
| Area | 198.8 sq mi (515.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1356°N, 43.4939°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (124 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 124 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 140 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in |
Kırkgeçit has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 24°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.3").
Ski Resorts Near Kırkgeçit
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abalı Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kırkgeçit
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakkari Yüksekova Airport | YKO | Medium Airport |
| Van Ferit Melen Airport | VAN | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kırkgeçit
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Geziyurt Mahalle Camii | |
| Karataş Mahalle Camii | |
| Kırgeçit Mahalle Camii | |
| Kırkgeçit Mahalle Kale Camii | |
| Örmeli Mahalle Camii | |
| Örmeli Mahalle Elemeği Camii | |
| Özlüce Mahalle Camii | |
| Yedisalkım Mahalle Camii | |
| Yoldüştü Mahalle Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kırkgeçit?
Kırkgeçit has a population of 493 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 198.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kırkgeçit?
Kırkgeçit has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches, with 51.8 inches of snow.