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Ortasu, Turkey

Şırnak · Turkey

Ortasu is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 821. Elevation: 3,970 ft (1,210 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

821 Population 2/sq mi density
3,970 ft Elevation 1,210 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population821
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,970 ft (1,210 m)
Population821
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation3,970 ft (1,210 m)
Coordinates37.3695°, 42.9620°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (794 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.4 inches (31 cm)

About Ortasu

Ortasu is a small town in Turkey (Şırnak) with a population of 821. The city sits at an elevation of 3,970 feet (1,210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Ortasu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,970 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,970 ft (1,210 m)
Area401.1 sq mi (1,038.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates37.3695°N, 42.9620°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 12.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

157 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Mar 11, 2025.

Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 71 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 141 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 114 km
Jul 24, 1991 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M5.5 136 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 57 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 138 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 134 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 6 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 147 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 111 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 89 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 77 km
Oct 23, 2003 8 km NW of ?enoba, Turkey M4.8 32 km
Oct 23, 2011 7 km N of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 127 km
Feb 2, 1991 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq M4.8 43 km
Jan 25, 2005 3 km ESE of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.8 75 km
Oct 23, 2011 28 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 140 km
Oct 24, 2011 19 km NE of Van, Turkey M4.8 148 km
Feb 14, 1995 5 km W of Do?anköy, Turkey M4.7 49 km
Jan 30, 1991 Turkey-Syria-Iraq border region M4.7 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (157 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 157 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 4.6 in
March 38°F (4°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in

Ortasu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.1").

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Libraries in Ortasu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ABC office0.0
hariwan Market office0.0
pergeha gulli0.0

Farmers Markets in Ortasu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
chine center
Doman Market
market
mini market
علوة

Stadiums & Teams in Ortasu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ortasu

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bamarni AirportBMNSmall Airport
MalikiyahSmall 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 Ortasu

What is the population of Ortasu?

Ortasu has a population of 821 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 401.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ortasu?

Ortasu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.

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