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Ölçek, Turkey

Ardahan · Turkey

Ölçek is a small town in Ardahan, Turkey with a population of 625. Elevation: 5,761 ft (1,756 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

625 Population 2/sq mi density
5,761 ft Elevation 1,756 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
23.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population625
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation5,761 ft (1,756 m)
Population625
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,761 ft (1,756 m)
Coordinates41.1264°, 42.8557°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceArdahan
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)

About Ölçek

Ölçek is a small town in Turkey (Ardahan) with a population of 625. The city sits at an elevation of 5,761 feet (1,756 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Ölçek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,761 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.6°F
30% below Turkey avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,761 ft (1,756 m)
Area308.7 sq mi (799.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates41.1264°N, 42.8557°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.5"
38% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (May) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

113 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 8, 2025.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 96 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 76 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 97 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 45 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 94 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 120 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 47 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 101 km
May 27, 1990 Armenia M4.9 119 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 95 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 94 km
Jul 12, 2016 19 km SW of Jvara, Georgia M4.8 115 km
Dec 19, 1998 13 km W of Horasan, Turkey M4.7 142 km
Mar 15, 2022 20 km ESE of Vani, Georgia M4.7 102 km
Sep 10, 2019 15 km SW of Tashir, Armenia M4.7 108 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 95 km
Jun 16, 1991 26 km NE of Ele?kirt, Turkey M4.6 127 km
Mar 18, 2000 9 km SSW of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 86 km
Dec 3, 1999 24 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M4.6 102 km
Feb 17, 2007 5 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (84 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 84 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.2 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
May 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
June 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
August 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 42°F (6°C) 1.7 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 1.5 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in

Ölçek has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 14°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (1.1").

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Gas Stations in Ölçek

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lukoil

Ski Resorts Near Ölçek

3 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 - - -

Airports Near Ölçek

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kars AirportKSYMedium Airport

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 Ölçek

What is the population of Ölçek?

Ölçek has a population of 625 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 308.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ölçek?

Ölçek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

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