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Yeşilyazı, Turkey

Tunceli · Turkey

Yeşilyazı is a small town in Tunceli, Turkey with a population of 280. Elevation: 4,262 ft (1,299 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

280 Population 0/sq mi density
4,262 ft Elevation 1,299 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
51.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Istanbul Timezone

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People

Population280
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation4,262 ft (1,299 m)
Population280
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation4,262 ft (1,299 m)
Coordinates39.3347°, 39.0812°
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Country🇹🇷 Turkey
State / ProvinceTunceli
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,312 mm)
Annual Snowfall251.6 inches (639 cm)

About Yeşilyazı

Yeşilyazı is a small town in Turkey (Tunceli) with a population of 280. The city sits at an elevation of 4,262 feet (1,299 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Istanbul.

Yeşilyazı experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 300 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 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 251.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 4,262 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below Turkey avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,262 ft (1,299 m)
Area698.1 sq mi (1,808.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates39.3347°N, 39.0812°W
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above Turkey avg
Snowfall 251.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

459 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 14, 2025.

Mar 13, 1992 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey M6.7 61 km
Jan 24, 2020 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M6.7 101 km
May 1, 2003 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey M6.4 125 km
Jan 27, 2003 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey M6.1 71 km
Mar 8, 2010 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey M6.1 94 km
Oct 16, 2024 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey M6.0 116 km
Mar 15, 1992 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.9 76 km
Jun 14, 2020 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.9 140 km
Dec 5, 1995 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey M5.8 93 km
Feb 6, 2023 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey M5.7 144 km
Aug 11, 2004 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey M5.7 108 km
Feb 21, 2007 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey M5.7 114 km
Jul 13, 2003 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.6 117 km
Mar 8, 2010 11 km E of Palu, Turkey M5.6 109 km
Feb 9, 2007 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey M5.5 105 km
Sep 22, 2011 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey M5.5 54 km
Jun 15, 2020 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey M5.5 144 km
Apr 6, 1999 16 km E of Divri?i, Turkey M5.4 67 km
Jun 25, 2021 eastern Turkey M5.4 95 km
Feb 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey M5.4 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.9 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Yeşilyazı has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 25°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Yeşilyazı

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Can Radyo classical AAC+ 128 kbps
Radyo Munzur 97.7 dersim AAC+ 128 kbps
Dost Radyo classical AAC+ 128 kbps

Cafes in Yeşilyazı

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Munzur Kıraathanesi

Ski Resorts Near Yeşilyazı

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 Yeşilyazı

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elazığ AirportEZSMedium Airport
Erzincan AirportERCMedium 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 Yeşilyazı

What is the population of Yeşilyazı?

Yeşilyazı has a population of 280 residents and is located in Turkey. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 698.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yeşilyazı?

Yeşilyazı has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches, with 251.6 inches of snow.

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