Özalp, Turkey
Van · Turkey
Özalp is a mid-size city in Van, Turkey with a population of 65,785. Elevation: 6,512 ft (1,985 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Özalp
Özalp is a municipality and district of Van Province, Turkey. Its area is 1,430 km2, and its population is 59,851 (2022).
People
Climate
| Population | 65,785 |
| Population Density | 119 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,512 ft (1,985 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6546°, 43.9887° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Van |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.7 inches (450 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.7 inches (17 cm) |
About Özalp
Özalp is a mid-size city in Turkey (Van) with a population of 65,785. The city sits at an elevation of 6,512 feet (1,985 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Özalp
Özalp has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 352 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,512 ft (1,985 m) |
| Area | 552.1 sq mi (1,430.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 119/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6546°N, 43.9887°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 79 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 119 km |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 153 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in |
Özalp has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 17°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Özalp
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şehit Abdulhalık Araz Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Özalp Kız Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Özalp Yatılı Bölge Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| 20 Temmuz İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Özalp
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Özalp
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Özalp
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Özalp
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Özalp
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Van Ferit Melen Airport | VAN | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Özalp
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A.Mollahasan Mahalle Camii | |
| Ahmed-İ Ğani Camii | |
| Altınboğa Mahalle Camii | |
| Bilal-İ Habeşi Camii | |
| Boyaldı Mahalle Camii | |
| Boyaldı Mahalle Yeni Camii | |
| E.Emek Mahalle Camii | |
| Emek Mahalle Camii | |
| Evim Pasajı Camii | |
| Geylani Camii | |
| Hacı Mecit Taştekin Camii | |
| Hz.Ebubekir Camii | |
| Hz.Ömer Camii | |
| İmam-ı Şafi Cami | |
| Memetalan Mahalle Camii | |
| Mescid-İ Aksa Camii | |
| Özalp Büyük Cami | |
| Said-İ Nursi Camii | |
| Sarıköy Mahalle Camii | |
| Sarıköy Mahalle Üçevler Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Özalp
What is the population of Özalp?
Özalp has a population of 65,785 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 552.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Özalp?
Özalp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow.
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