Oltu, Turkey
Erzurum · Turkey
Oltu is a mid-size city in Erzurum, Turkey with a population of 30,966. Elevation: 4,180 ft (1,274 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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People
Climate
| Population | 30,966 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,180 ft (1,274 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5395°, 41.9872° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Erzurum |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (527 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.8 inches (17 cm) |
About Oltu
Oltu is a mid-size city in Turkey (Erzurum) with a population of 30,966. The city sits at an elevation of 4,180 feet (1,274 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Oltu
Oltu has an average annual temperature of 6°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-8°C). Average annual precipitation is 741 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,180 ft (1,274 m) |
| Area | 592.8 sq mi (1,535.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5395°N, 41.9872°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (182 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in |
Oltu has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 20°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Oltu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atatürk Üniversitesi Oltu Yerleşkesi | University | - | , |
| Oltu Meslek Yüksekokulu | University | - | , |
Schools in Oltu
12 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oltu Fen Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu İbn-i Sina Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu 25 Mart İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Lise | - | - | - | - |
| Lise | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu Halitpaşa İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu Mehmet Akif Ersoy Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Oltu Nene Hatun Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Cumhuriyet Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Oltu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oltu İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Oltu
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Oltu
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Oltu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oltu
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Oltu
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palandöken Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oltu
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aslanağa Cami | |
| Aslanpaşa Cami | |
| Çarşıbaşı Camii | |
| Güllük Cami | |
| Hacı Cihan Cami | |
| Mısrızennun Cami | |
| Vakıf Cami | |
| Yeşil Cami |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Oltu
What is the population of Oltu?
Oltu has a population of 30,966 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 592.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oltu?
Oltu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow.
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