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Ovacık, Turkey
Tunceli · Turkey
Ovacık is a small city in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 6,407. Elevation: 4,045 ft (1,233 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ovacık
Ovacık is a municipality (belde) and seat of the Ovacık District in Tunceli Province, Turkey. It is populated by Alevi Kurds of the Abasan tribe and had a population of 3,018 in 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,407 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,045 ft (1,233 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3526°, 39.2089° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Tunceli |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (709 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
About Ovacık
Ovacık is a small city in Turkey (Tunceli) with a population of 6,407. The city sits at an elevation of 4,045 feet (1,233 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,045 ft (1,233 m) |
| Area | 698.1 sq mi (1,808.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3526°N, 39.2089°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.5 in |
Ovacık has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 21°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Ovacık
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şehit Cumhuriyet Savcısı Murat Uzun Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ovacık
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radyo Munzur 97.7 | dersim | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Dost Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Hotels in Ovacık
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ovacık
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ovacık
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ovacık
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ovacık
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ovacık
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovacık Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ergan Mountain Winter Sports and Eco-Tourism Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ovacık
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Erzincan Airport | ERC | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ovacık
What is the population of Ovacık?
Ovacık has a population of 6,407 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 698.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ovacık?
Ovacık has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.