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Ovakışla, Turkey

Bitlis · Turkey

Ovakışla is a small town in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 0. Elevation: 5,945 ft (1,812 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,945 ft Elevation 1,812 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation5,945 ft (1,812 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation5,945 ft (1,812 m)
Coordinates38.8173°, 42.3164°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceBitlis
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (580 mm)
Annual Snowfall55.0 inches (140 cm)

About Ovakışla

Ovakışla is a small town in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 5,945 feet (1,812 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Ovakışla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 329 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 22.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 55.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,945 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below Turkey avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,945 ft (1,812 m)
Area381.9 sq mi (989.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates38.8173°N, 42.3164°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.8"
40% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 55.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

335 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 M7.1 104 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 69 km
Mar 14, 2005 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.8 137 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 85 km
Mar 23, 2005 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.7 138 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 70 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 98 km
Jun 6, 2005 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 116 km
Mar 12, 2005 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.6 135 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 111 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 113 km
Jul 10, 2001 16 km SSW of Pasinler, Turkey M5.4 128 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 145 km
Apr 13, 1998 7 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey M5.3 119 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 104 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 98 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 72 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 122 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (20 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 20 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 147 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
April 42°F (5°C) 4.0 in Wettest
May 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
June 60°F (15°C) 1.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.1 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in

Ovakışla has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 25°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Ovakışla

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radyo 13 - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Ovakışla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ahlat Müzesi

Gas Stations in Ovakışla

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TR #2020591133
TR #6752843695
TR #8736374616

Ski Resorts Near Ovakışla

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 Ovakışla

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muş AirportMSRMedium 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 Ovakışla

What is the weather like in Ovakışla?

Ovakışla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches, with 55.0 inches of snow.

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