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Şavşat, Turkey

Artvin · Turkey

Şavşat is a small city in Artvin, Turkey with a population of 8,151. Elevation: 3,701 ft (1,128 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,151 Population 16/sq mi density
3,701 ft Elevation 1,128 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population8,151
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation3,701 ft (1,128 m)
Population8,151
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation3,701 ft (1,128 m)
Coordinates41.2534°, 42.3553°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceArtvin
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (761 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)

About Şavşat

Şavşat is a small city in Turkey (Artvin) with a population of 8,151. 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.

Şavşat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 62°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 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,701 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Turkey avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,701 ft (1,128 m)
Area508.5 sq mi (1,317.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates41.2534°N, 42.3553°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.0"
21% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.66"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

91 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 2, 2024.

Dec 3, 1999 20 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M5.7 100 km
Dec 16, 1990 14 km NE of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.5 114 km
Sep 27, 2022 22 km WSW of Susuz, Turkey M5.3 74 km
Feb 13, 2022 18 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M5.3 139 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 141 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 83 km
Oct 6, 1991 24 km SW of Ninotsminda, Georgia M5.1 90 km
May 1, 2022 17 km SW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.9 144 km
Jan 14, 1999 22 km WNW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 136 km
Aug 16, 2021 21 km W of Metsavan, Armenia M4.8 136 km
Mar 15, 2022 20 km ESE of Vani, Georgia M4.7 93 km
Jul 11, 2022 21 km WSW of Metsavan, Armenia M4.7 138 km
Dec 19, 1998 13 km W of Horasan, Turkey M4.7 140 km
Dec 5, 1999 14 km SSW of Göle, Turkey M4.6 66 km
Feb 17, 2007 5 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 83 km
Jun 16, 1991 26 km NE of Ele?kirt, Turkey M4.6 148 km
Dec 3, 1999 24 km W of Sar?kam??, Turkey M4.6 106 km
Apr 29, 1991 12 km SE of Chiat’ura, Georgia M4.6 139 km
Jun 19, 1991 19 km NW of Ka??zman, Turkey M4.6 120 km
Mar 20, 2000 15 km SSE of ?enkaya, Turkey M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Schools in Şavşat

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Şavşat Ataürk Ortaokulu - - - -
Şavşat Atatürk İlkokulu - - - -
Şavşat İmam Hatip Ortaokulu ve Lisesi - - - -
Şavşat Anadolu Lisesi - - - -
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Castles in Şavşat

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Şavşat Kalesi

Bus Stations in Şavşat

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Şavşat Otobüs Terminali

Gas Stations in Şavşat

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrol Ofisi
TR #7312349656

Banks in Şavşat

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Halkbank
Ziraat Bankası

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.

AirportIATAType
Ozurgeti Air Base-Medium Airport
Kobuleti Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Şavşat

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kemal Paşa Camii
Merkez Camii

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 Şavşat

What is the population of Şavşat?

Şavşat has a population of 8,151 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 16 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. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

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