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Kurtkale, Turkey

Ardahan · Turkey

Kurtkale is a small town in Ardahan, Turkey with a population of 213. Elevation: 5,561 ft (1,695 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

213 Population 1/sq mi density
5,561 ft Elevation 1,695 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population213
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Population213
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Coordinates41.2655°, 43.1258°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceArdahan
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)

About Kurtkale

Kurtkale is a small town in Turkey (Ardahan) with a population of 213. The city sits at an elevation of 5,561 feet (1,695 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Kurtkale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,561 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below Turkey avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,561 ft (1,695 m)
Area308.7 sq mi (799.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates41.2655°N, 43.1258°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 7.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia M7.0 140 km
Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 120 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 50 km
Apr 29, 1991 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M5.4 143 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 149 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 64 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 75 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 87 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 137 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 30 km
May 15, 1991 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M4.9 146 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 80 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 103 km
Jun 3, 2024 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia M4.9 141 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 72 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 71 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 89 km
May 1, 1991 8 km S of Oni, Georgia M4.8 140 km
Aug 18, 2011 19 km WNW of Ambrolauri, Georgia M4.8 150 km
Apr 29, 1991 7 km SW of Java, Georgia M4.8 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (57 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 57 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 122 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 192 km
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.4 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
June 53°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 1.4 in

Kurtkale has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 17°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (1.3").

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Ski Resorts Near Kurtkale

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Goderdzi Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Didveli (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Crystal (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kokhta - Mitarbi (Bakuriani) 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kurtkale

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shirak International AirportLWNLarge Airport
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kurtkale

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chaisi 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 Kurtkale

What is the population of Kurtkale?

Kurtkale has a population of 213 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 308.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kurtkale?

Kurtkale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.

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