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Uzungeçit, Turkey

Şırnak · Turkey

Uzungeçit is a small city in Şırnak, Turkey with a population of 5,916. Elevation: 4,902 ft (1,494 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

5,916 Population 15/sq mi density
4,902 ft Elevation 1,494 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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About Uzungeçit

Uzungeçit is a town (belde) in the Uludere District of Şırnak Province in Turkey. It is populated by Kurds of the Goyan tribe and had a population of 3,312 in 2023.

People

Population5,916
Density15/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation4,902 ft (1,494 m)
Population5,916
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation4,902 ft (1,494 m)
Coordinates37.4943°, 42.9930°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceŞırnak
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (794 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.4 inches (31 cm)

About Uzungeçit

Uzungeçit is a small city in Turkey (Şırnak) with a population of 5,916. The city sits at an elevation of 4,902 feet (1,494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Uzungeçit experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,902 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Turkey avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,902 ft (1,494 m)
Area401.1 sq mi (1,038.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates37.4943°N, 42.9930°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below Turkey avg
Snowfall 12.4"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.84"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

225 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 M7.1 144 km
Oct 23, 2011 eastern Turkey M5.9 127 km
Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 64 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 149 km
Nov 15, 2000 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey M5.6 101 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 149 km
Jul 24, 1991 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M5.5 144 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 142 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 63 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey M5.2 124 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 145 km
Sep 17, 1994 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey M5.1 131 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 139 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 132 km
Oct 23, 2011 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey M5.0 98 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 9 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 100 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M4.9 139 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 66 km
Jun 24, 2012 30 km WNW of Özalp, Turkey M4.9 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Nemrut Dagi Stratovolcano 2,948 m (9,672 ft) 1650 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 4.6 in
March 38°F (4°C) 4.8 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 34°F (1°C) 4.1 in

Uzungeçit has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 29°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Uzungeçit

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bamarni AirportBMNSmall Airport

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 Uzungeçit

What is the population of Uzungeçit?

Uzungeçit has a population of 5,916 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 401.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uzungeçit?

Uzungeçit has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow.

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