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Okçular, Turkey

Elazığ · Turkey

Okçular is a small town in Elazığ, Turkey with a population of 655. Elevation: 5,184 ft (1,580 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

655 Population 2/sq mi density
5,184 ft Elevation 1,580 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population655
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation5,184 ft (1,580 m)
Population655
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,184 ft (1,580 m)
Coordinates38.8574°, 40.1152°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceElazığ
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (882 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)

About Okçular

Okçular is a small town in Turkey (Elazığ) with a population of 655. The city sits at an elevation of 5,184 feet (1,580 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Climate in Okçular

Okçular has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (27°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 902 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.8°C / 29°F -5.9° / 2.3° 164.2
Feb -0.4°C / 31°F -4.8° / 4° 120.7
Mar 5.4°C / 42°F 0.5° / 10.4° 129.1
Apr 11°C / 52°F 5.3° / 16.8° 112.3
May 16.2°C / 61°F 9.7° / 22.7° 72.7
Jun 22.5°C / 73°F 15° / 30° 20.0
Jul 26.7°C / 80°F 19.1° / 34.3° 3.2
Aug 27°C / 81°F 19° / 34.9° 3.3
Sep 21.6°C / 71°F 13.7° / 29.6° 18.7
Oct 15.3°C / 60°F 8.5° / 22.1° 57.2
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 1.9° / 12.9° 87.9
Dec 1.8°C / 35°F -2.7° / 6.2° 112.8
Okçular experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 273 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,184 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,184 ft (1,580 m)
Area422.1 sq mi (1,093.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.8574°N, 40.1152°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.7"
9% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.08"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

442 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 105 km
Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 103 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 35 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 11 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 74 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 129 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 81 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 77 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 65 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 87 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 95 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 91 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 95 km
Mar 28, 2004 17 km ESE of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 128 km
Mar 25, 2004 10 km E of A?kale, Turkey M5.6 134 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 17 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 119 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 99 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 93 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1939 SOUTH BLACK SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 32,700 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (185 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 4.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 5.1 in Wettest

Okçular has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 29°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Okçular

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Göl Radyo folk, pop MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Okçular

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bingöl AirportBGGSmall 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 Okçular

What is the population of Okçular?

Okçular has a population of 655 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 422.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Okçular?

Okçular has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

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