Pertek, Turkey
Tunceli · Turkey
Pertek is a small city in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 11,669. Elevation: 3,471 ft (1,058 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Pertek
Pertek is a town and seat of Pertek District in Tunceli Province, Turkey. It had a population of 6,365 in 2021 and is populated by Kurds and Turks. The mayor is Recai Vural from the Justice and Development Party (Turkey) (AKP).
People
Climate
| Population | 11,669 |
| Population Density | 6,745 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,471 ft (1,058 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.8657°, 39.3227° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Tunceli |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (678 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.4 inches (16 cm) |
About Pertek
Pertek is a small city in Turkey (Tunceli) with a population of 11,669. The city sits at an elevation of 3,471 feet (1,058 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Pertek
Pertek has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 373 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,471 ft (1,058 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8657°N, 39.3227°E |
| 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 | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Pertek has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 31°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Pertek
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Pertek
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Archaeology and Ethnography Museum | ||||
| Kahve fincani müzesi | ||||
| Muziki müzesi | ||||
| Şefik gül kültür evi | ||||
| Tunceli Müzesi |
Libraries in Pertek
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pertek İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pertek
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunceli Yeraltı Çarşısı |
Castles in Pertek
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pertek
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pertek
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pertek
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pertek
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Pertek
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovacık Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Pertek
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Airport | EZS | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Pertek
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT Pertek |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pertek
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Çelebi Ağa Camii | |
| Sungur Bey Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pertek
What is the population of Pertek?
Pertek has a population of 11,669 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 6,745 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pertek?
Pertek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches, with 6.4 inches of snow.
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