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Oymakaya, Turkey

Şırnak · Turkey

Oymakaya is a small town in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 832. Elevation: 5,105 ft (1,556 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

832 Population 1/sq mi density
5,105 ft Elevation 1,556 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population832
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)
Population832
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)
Coordinates37.4229°, 43.2324°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (758 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.9 inches (40 cm)

About Oymakaya

Oymakaya is a small town in Turkey (Şırnak) with a population of 832. The city sits at an elevation of 5,105 feet (1,556 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Oymakaya experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 5,105 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below Turkey avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,105 ft (1,556 m)
Area815.4 sq mi (2,111.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates37.4229°N, 43.2324°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
21% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 15.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

225 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 146 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 47 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 135 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 112 km
Jul 24, 1991 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M5.5 125 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 138 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 82 km
Feb 26, 2000 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey M5.2 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 132 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 148 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 143 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 24 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 139 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 114 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 86 km
Jun 24, 2012 30 km WNW of Özalp, Turkey M4.9 148 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M4.9 144 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 85 km
Oct 23, 2011 28 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M4.8 134 km
Feb 2, 1991 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq M4.8 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (163 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 163 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 4.3 in
March 35°F (2°C) 4.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in Wettest
May 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in

Oymakaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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Libraries in Oymakaya

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

Farmers Markets in Oymakaya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
chine center
علوة

Stadiums & Teams in Oymakaya

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Oymakaya

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bamarni AirportBMNSmall 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 Oymakaya

What is the population of Oymakaya?

Oymakaya has a population of 832 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 815.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Oymakaya?

Oymakaya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 15.9 inches of snow.

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