Saray, Turkey
Van · Turkey
Saray is a small city in Van, Turkey with a population of 20,949. Elevation: 6,788 ft (2,069 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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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People
Climate
| Population | 20,949 |
| Population Density | 62 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,788 ft (2,069 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6469°, 44.1612° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Van |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.3 inches (440 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 59.2 inches (150 cm) |
About Saray
Saray is a small city in Turkey (Van) with a population of 20,949. The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet (2,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Saray
Saray has an average annual temperature of 5.9°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (19°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 297 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,788 ft (2,069 m) |
| Area | 336.7 sq mi (872.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 62/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6469°N, 44.1612°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 83 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 118 km |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 168 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 172 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in |
Saray has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.4").
Schools in Saray
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmet Nacar Çok Programlı Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Saray Şehit Murat Dilmaç Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Dönendere İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Train Stations in Saray
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saray
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Değirmengöl Mahalle Camii | |
| Dolutaş Mahalle Camii | |
| Dönerdere Mahalle Camii | |
| Güzeldere Mahalle Camii | |
| Kazımpaşa Mahalle Hicret Camii | |
| Kuba Camii | |
| Kurucan Mahalle Camii | |
| Mollatopoz Mahalle Camii | |
| Mollatopuz Mahalle Taşkonak Camii | |
| Saray Cami | |
| Sırımlı Mahalle Camii | |
| Sırımlı Mahalle Hz. Ömer Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Saray
What is the population of Saray?
Saray has a population of 20,949 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 62 people per square mile, spread across 336.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saray?
Saray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 17.3 inches, with 59.2 inches of snow.
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