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Samandöken, Turkey
Ardahan · Turkey
Samandöken is a small town in Ardahan, Turkey with a population of 788. Elevation: 6,732 ft (2,052 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 788 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,732 ft (2,052 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8443°, 42.5097° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Ardahan |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.8 inches (605 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.0 inches (18 cm) |
About Samandöken
Samandöken is a small town in Turkey (Ardahan) with a population of 788. The city sits at an elevation of 6,732 feet (2,052 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.5°F |
| 31% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,732 ft (2,052 m) |
| Area | 536.2 sq mi (1,388.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8443°N, 42.5097°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 15°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in |
Samandöken has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Samandöken
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Köprülü Çok Programlı Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Köprülü İ.Ö.O. | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Samandöken
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Samandöken
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kars Airport | KSY | Medium Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Samandöken?
Samandöken has a population of 788 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 536.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samandöken?
Samandöken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow.