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Selim, Turkey
Kars Province · Turkey
Selim is a small town in Kars Province, Turkey with a population of 4,557. Elevation: 6,079 ft (1,853 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Selim
Selim is a town in Kars Province in the Eastern Anatolia region of Turkey. It is the seat of Selim District. Its population is 5,563 (2022). The mayor is Coşkun Altun (AKP).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,557 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,079 ft (1,853 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.4577°, 42.7829° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Kars Province |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.9 inches (481 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.3 inches (13 cm) |
About Selim
Selim is a small town in Turkey (Kars Province) with a population of 4,557. The city sits at an elevation of 6,079 feet (1,853 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Selim
Selim has an average annual temperature of 5.9°C (43°F). The hottest month is Aug (19°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 516 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.4°F |
| 25% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,079 ft (1,853 m) |
| Area | 603.9 sq mi (1,564.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4577°N, 42.7829°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aragats (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aragats | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 154 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 154 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in |
Selim has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 16°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Selim
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zekariya Attila İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Katranlı İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Selim
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio VAN (AM) | - | AAC,H.264 1700 kbps |
Train Stations in Selim
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Selim
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Selim
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
Frequently Asked Questions About Selim
What is the population of Selim?
Selim has a population of 4,557 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 603.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Selim?
Selim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.9 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.