Şavşat, Turkey
Artvin · Turkey
Şavşat is a small city in Artvin, Turkey with a population of 17,606. Elevation: 3,701 ft (1,128 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°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 | 17,606 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,701 ft (1,128 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.2534°, 42.3553° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Artvin |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (761 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Şavşat
Şavşat is a small city in Turkey (Artvin) with a population of 17,606. The city sits at an elevation of 3,701 feet (1,128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Şavşat
Şavşat has an average annual temperature of 6.4°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 873 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.7°F |
| 21% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,701 ft (1,128 m) |
| Area | 508.5 sq mi (1,317.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2534°N, 42.3553°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Samsari Volcanic Center (117 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.5 in |
Şavşat has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 22°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (1.8").
Schools in Şavşat
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Şavşat Ataürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Şavşat Atatürk İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Şavşat İmam Hatip Ortaokulu ve Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Şavşat Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
Castles in Şavşat
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Şavşat
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Şavşat
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Şavşat
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Şavşat
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goderdzi Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Şavşat
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ozurgeti Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Kobuleti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Şavşat
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kemal Paşa Camii | |
| Merkez Camii |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Şavşat
What is the population of Şavşat?
Şavşat has a population of 17,606 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 508.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Şavşat?
Şavşat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.
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