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Tatvan, Turkey
Bitlis · Turkey
Tatvan is a mid-size city in Bitlis, Turkey with a population of 73,222. Elevation: 5,518 ft (1,682 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 73,222 |
| Population Density | 563,246 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,518 ft (1,682 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4922°, 42.2827° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Bitlis |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.8 inches (859 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 15.8 inches (40 cm) |
About Tatvan
Tatvan is a mid-size city in Turkey (Bitlis) with a population of 73,222. The city sits at an elevation of 5,518 feet (1,682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Tatvan
Tatvan has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 465 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,518 ft (1,682 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 563,246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4922°N, 42.2827°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 19 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.9 in |
Tatvan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Tatvan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eren Üniversitesi Rahva Yerleşkesi | University | - | Visit → |
| Polis Akademisi Meslek Yüksek Okulu | University | - | , |
Schools in Tatvan
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hüseyin Çelik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Uluer İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Dumlupınar Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fatih İlokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Fatih Anaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Van Gölü Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Tuğ Okulu | - | - | - | - |
| Selahaddin Eyyubi Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Zeki Ergezen İlkokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Endüstri Meslek Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Tatvan Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk Mesleki ve Teknik Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Tatvan Kız Anadolu İmam Hatip Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Sultan Alparslan İmam Hatip Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tatvan
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo 13 | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Tatvan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahlat Müzesi | ||||
| Bitlis Etnografya Müzesi |
Libraries in Tatvan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tatvan
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tatvan
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tatvan
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tatvan
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tatvan
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tatvan
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tatvan
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tatvan
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tatvan
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tatvan
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tatvan
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tatvan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Tatvan
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nemrut Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tatvan
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muş Airport | MSR | Medium Airport |
| Siirt Airport | SXZ | Medium Airport |
| Tatvan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tatvan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| PTT | |
| UPS Express |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tatvan
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bahçelievler Cami | |
| Ensar Camii | |
| Fazilet Cami | |
| Hidayat Cami | |
| Hz Osman Camii | |
| Hz. Aişe Camii | |
| Hz. Ömer Cami | |
| Kültür Cami | |
| Medine Cami | |
| Mescit | |
| Saadet Camii | |
| Seyyid Burhanettin Geylani Camii | |
| Sultan Alparslan İmam Hatip Ortaokulu Cami | |
| Surb Histibust Monastery |
Explore Near Tatvan
Quick Facts
Around Tatvan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Tatvan
8 places within 15 km
- • Sarıkum Sahili
- • Dideban Dağı
- • Gökgören Dağı
- • Kizvan Dağı
- • Koçyatağı Tepesi
- • Kurulaval Dağı
- + 1 more
- • Surb Histibust Monastery
🇹🇷 About Turkey
Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tatvan
What is the population of Tatvan?
Tatvan has a population of 73,222 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 563,246 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tatvan?
Tatvan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow.