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Yelkesen, Turkey
Siirt · Turkey
Yelkesen is a small town in Siirt, Turkey with a population of 635. Elevation: 2,851 ft (869 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 635 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,851 ft (869 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6581°, 41.9805° |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
| Country | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
| State / Province | Siirt |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.4 inches (696 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yelkesen
Yelkesen is a small town in Turkey (Siirt) with a population of 635. The city sits at an elevation of 2,851 feet (869 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.
Climate in Yelkesen
Yelkesen has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (31°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 688 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Turkey avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,851 ft (869 m) |
| Area | 529.7 sq mi (1,371.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6581°N, 41.9805°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
Yelkesen has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 39°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Yelkesen
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Siirt Airport | SXZ | Medium Airport |
| Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport | NKT | Medium Airport |
| Malikiyah | - | Small Airport |
| Rahiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Turkey
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Yelkesen?
Yelkesen has a population of 635 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 529.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yelkesen?
Yelkesen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.