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Övecek, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Övecek is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 654. Elevation: 5,003 ft (1,525 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

654 Population 1/sq mi density
5,003 ft Elevation 1,525 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population654
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Population654
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Coordinates37.9041°, 42.8835°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)

About Övecek

Övecek is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 654. The city sits at an elevation of 5,003 feet (1,525 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Övecek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,003 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below Turkey avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,003 ft (1,525 m)
Area711.0 sq mi (1,841.4 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates37.9041°N, 42.8835°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 13.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

305 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 106 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 146 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 83 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 79 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 147 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 107 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 120 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 113 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 112 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 55 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 116 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 84 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 80 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 107 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 98 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 114 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 53 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 90 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 54 km
Mar 26, 2012 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey M5.0 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 101 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 3.4 in
March 32°F (0°C) 3.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in Wettest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
June 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in
July 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in

Övecek has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 24°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.2").

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Ski Resorts Near Övecek

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Övecek

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport
Malikiyah-Small Airport
Tatvan Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Övecek

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Atlıhan Mahalle Büyükağaç Camii
Övecek Mahalle Hz.Ebubekir-İ Sıddık Camii
Övecek Mahalle Kıyıcak Camii
Övecek Mahalle Şeyh Hasan 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 Övecek

What is the population of Övecek?

Övecek has a population of 654 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 711.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Övecek?

Övecek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow.

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