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Koçkaya, Turkey

Erzurum · Turkey

Koçkaya is a small town in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 629. Elevation: 5,135 ft (1,565 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

629 Population 1/sq mi density
5,135 ft Elevation 1,565 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
19.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population629
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Population629
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Coordinates40.3938°, 41.9616°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceErzurum
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (484 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)

About Koçkaya

Koçkaya is a small town in Turkey (Erzurum) with a population of 629. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet (1,565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Koçkaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below Turkey avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,135 ft (1,565 m)
Area492.3 sq mi (1,275.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates40.3938°N, 41.9616°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.1"
50% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (May) 2.91"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

158 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 2, 2025.

Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 147 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 139 km
Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 33 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 135 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 111 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 111 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 150 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 69 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 150 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 86 km
Jan 29, 1995 10 km SSW of A?kale, Turkey M5.2 127 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 85 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 118 km
May 11, 2017 13 km NNE of A?kale, Turkey M5.1 111 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 145 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 140 km
May 29, 2001 20 km S of Pasinler, Turkey M4.8 71 km
Dec 19, 1998 13 km W of Horasan, Turkey M4.7 41 km
May 29, 2001 22 km NW of Karayaz?, Turkey M4.7 61 km
Apr 1, 2004 6 km E of A?kale, Turkey M4.7 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (190 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 190 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 194 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 195 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in Wettest
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.1 in

Koçkaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (1.0").

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Libraries in Koçkaya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Oltu İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Ski Resorts Near Koçkaya

1 ski resorts within range.

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

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 Koçkaya

What is the population of Koçkaya?

Koçkaya has a population of 629 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 492.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Koçkaya?

Koçkaya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

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