Weather & Climate in Kovancılar, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kovancılar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,186 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,186 ft (971 m) |
| Area | 472.6 sq mi (1,224.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7188°N, 39.8627°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
485 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.7.
| Jan 24, 2020 | 13 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey | M6.7 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 8 km W of Cimin, Turkey | M6.7 | 112 km | 27 km |
| May 1, 2003 | 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey | M6.4 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey | M6.1 | 19 km | 12 km |
| Jan 27, 2003 | 2 km NW of Pulumer, Turkey | M6.1 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 2024 | 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey | M6.0 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 14, 2020 | 14 km E of Yedisu, Turkey | M5.9 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Mar 15, 1992 | 6 km NNE of Pulumer, Turkey | M5.9 | 91 km | 21 km |
| Mar 14, 2005 | 12 km NW of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Dec 5, 1995 | 22 km ESE of Pulumer, Turkey | M5.8 | 84 km | 15 km |
| Mar 23, 2005 | 17 km NNW of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.7 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2007 | 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey | M5.7 | 68 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2004 | 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey | M5.7 | 65 km | 7 km |
| Jul 13, 2003 | 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.6 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 2005 | 10 km SE of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.6 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2005 | 16 km N of Karl?ova, Turkey | M5.6 | 125 km | 11 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 11 km E of Palu, Turkey | M5.6 | 16 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 2020 | 18 km E of Yedisu, Turkey | M5.5 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2011 | 13 km SSE of Refahiye, Turkey | M5.5 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2007 | 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.5 | 80 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 | 134 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
Kovancılar has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 32°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (0.1").