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Otluyazı, Turkey

Bitlis · Turkey

Otluyazı is a small town in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 729. Elevation: 6,486 ft (1,977 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

729 Population 2/sq mi density
6,486 ft Elevation 1,977 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population729
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation6,486 ft (1,977 m)
Population729
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation6,486 ft (1,977 m)
Coordinates38.9076°, 42.4289°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBitlis
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (645 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (25 cm)

About Otluyazı

Otluyazı is a small town in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 729. The city sits at an elevation of 6,486 feet (1,977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Otluyazı has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,486 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below Turkey avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,486 ft (1,977 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates38.9076°N, 42.4289°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 10.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

325 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 22, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 96 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 64 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 142 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 142 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 76 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 103 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 89 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 71 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 122 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 104 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 138 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 124 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 138 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 124 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 67 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 85 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 95 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 132 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (33 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 33 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 134 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 2.6 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest
May 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
July 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in

Otluyazı has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 22°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Otluyazı

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo 13 - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Otluyazı

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ahlat Müzesi

Stadiums & Teams in Otluyazı

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Otluyazı

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Otluyazı

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ağrı AirportAJIMedium Airport
Tatvan Airport-Small 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 Otluyazı

What is the population of Otluyazı?

Otluyazı has a population of 729 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 381.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Otluyazı?

Otluyazı has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow.

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