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Tunceli, Turkey
Tunceli · Turkey
Tunceli is a mid-size city in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 35,161. Elevation: 2,963 ft (903 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 35,161 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,963 ft (903 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.0992°, 39.5435° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Tunceli |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.3 inches (820 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.0 inches (33 cm) |
About Tunceli
Tunceli is a mid-size city in Turkey (Tunceli) with a population of 35,161. The city sits at an elevation of 2,963 feet (903 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Tunceli
Tunceli has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 460 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,963 ft (903 m) |
| Area | 435.5 sq mi (1,128.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0992°N, 39.5435°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOUTH BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | 32,700 | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Tunceli has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Tunceli
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunceli - Munzur Üniversitesi | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Tunceli
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anafatma AnaOkulu | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk Anadolu Lisesi | - | - | - | - |
| Atatürk Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
| Munzur Ortaokulu | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tunceli
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can Radyo | classical | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Tunceli
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunceli Müzesi |
Libraries in Tunceli
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pertek İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tunceli
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunceli Yeraltı Çarşısı |
Hotels in Tunceli
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tunceli
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tunceli
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Tunceli
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tunceli
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tunceli
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tunceli
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Tunceli
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ovacık Kayak Merkezi | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ergan Mountain Winter Sports and Eco-Tourism Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tunceli
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Elazığ Airport | EZS | Medium Airport |
| Erzincan Airport | ERC | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tunceli
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Merkez Cami | |
| Paşa Cami | |
| Paşalar Cami | |
| Tunceli Cemevi |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tunceli
What is the population of Tunceli?
Tunceli has a population of 35,161 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 435.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tunceli?
Tunceli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.3 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.