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Timar, Turkey

Van · Turkey

Timar is a small town in Van, Turkey with a population of 1,083. Elevation: 5,817 ft (1,773 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,083 Population 1/sq mi density
5,817 ft Elevation 1,773 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
20.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population1,083
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation5,817 ft (1,773 m)
Population1,083
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation5,817 ft (1,773 m)
Coordinates38.8287°, 43.4333°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceVan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation20.8 inches (528 mm)
Annual Snowfall44.0 inches (112 cm)

About Timar

Timar is a small town in Turkey (Van) with a population of 1,083. The city sits at an elevation of 5,817 feet (1,773 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Timar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 329 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 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,817 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,817 ft (1,773 m)
Area823.6 sq mi (2,133.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates38.8287°N, 43.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.8"
45% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 44.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

368 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 14 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 90 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 136 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 38 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 136 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 95 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 12 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 139 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 2 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 17 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 130 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 65 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 17 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 55 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 131 km
Jun 3, 1991 26 km WSW of Ka??zman, Turkey M5.2 144 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 12 km
Jan 21, 2007 10 km W of Hamur, Turkey M5.2 98 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 38 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (70 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 70 km
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 106 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 122 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Wettest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.8 in

Timar has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.4").

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Castles in Timar

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amik Kalesi

Ski Resorts Near Timar

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Abalı Kayak Merkezi 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Timar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Van Ferit Melen AirportVANMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Timar

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bağdeşen Mahalle Camii
Derebey Mahalle Camii
Ermişler Mahalle Camii
Esenpınar Mahalle Camii
Gedikbulak Mahalle Camii
Halkalı Mahalle Camii
Hz.Ömer Camii
Karaağaç Mahalle Camii
Karaağaç Mahalle Tutumlu Camii
Kumluca Mahalle Camii
Kumluca Mahalle Hacı Yusuf Camii
Kumluca Mahalle Norşin Camii
Meydancık Mahalle Camii
Ocaklı Mahalle Camii
Pirgarip Mahalle Camii
Pirgarip Mahalle Dadaşlar Camii
Pirgarip Mahalle Eğlence Camii
Şahgeldi Mahalle Camii
St. George Monastery
Tabanlı Mahalle Camii
Taşevler Mahalle Camii
Yaylıyaka Mahalle Camii
Yaylıyaka Mahalle Döşeme 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 Timar

What is the population of Timar?

Timar has a population of 1,083 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 823.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Timar?

Timar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches, with 44.0 inches of snow.

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