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Kızılsu, Turkey

Şırnak · Turkey

Kızılsu is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 1,469. Elevation: 2,782 ft (848 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

1,469 Population 6/sq mi density
2,782 ft Elevation 848 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
27.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Kızılsu

Kızılsu is a village in the central district of Şırnak Province in Turkey. The village is populated by Kurds of the Botikan tribe and had a population of 2,671 in 2023. The two hamlets of Karınca and Soluklu are attached to Kızılsu.

People

Population1,469
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Population1,469
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Coordinates37.4540°, 42.1964°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation27.9 inches (709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kızılsu

Kızılsu is a small town in Turkey (Şırnak) with a population of 1,469. The city sits at an elevation of 2,782 feet (848 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kızılsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 285 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 27.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,782 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above Turkey avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,782 ft (848 m)
Area252.6 sq mi (654.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates37.4540°N, 42.1964°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.9"
27% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

93 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 25, 2024.

Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 134 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 123 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 21 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 72 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 103 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 68 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 71 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 141 km
Feb 2, 1991 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq M4.8 52 km
Jan 25, 2005 3 km ESE of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.8 140 km
Oct 23, 2003 8 km NW of ?enoba, Turkey M4.8 41 km
Oct 23, 2011 7 km N of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 148 km
Dec 9, 1997 18 km NW of Dihok, Iraq M4.7 77 km
Feb 14, 1995 5 km W of Do?anköy, Turkey M4.7 58 km
Dec 2, 2001 1 km NNW of Edremit, Turkey M4.7 143 km
Feb 2, 1991 5 km NNW of Çardakl?, Turkey M4.7 38 km
Jan 30, 1991 Turkey-Syria-Iraq border region M4.7 47 km
Jan 25, 2005 14 km N of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.6 138 km
Jan 25, 2005 27 km NNW of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.6 130 km
Aug 7, 1998 24 km ENE of Mezraa, Turkey M4.6 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (134 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 134 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
March 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
December 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Kızılsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 41°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kızılsu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kızılsu İlköğretim Okulu
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Libraries in Kızılsu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cizre 100. Yıl İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Kızılsu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kızılsu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Siirt AirportSXZMedium Airport
Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi AirportNKTMedium Airport
Abu Hajar RumeilanSmall Airport
MalikiyahSmall Airport
Rahiba AirportSmall Airport
Tall HadiSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kızılsu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Atbaşı Köyü 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 Kızılsu

What is the population of Kızılsu?

Kızılsu has a population of 1,469 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 252.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kızılsu?

Kızılsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.

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