Weather & Climate in Palamutlu, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Palamutlu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,249 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,249 ft (1,295 m) |
| Area | 529.7 sq mi (1,371.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8976°N, 42.2022°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
217 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.1.
| Oct 23, 2011 | 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey | M7.1 | 146 km | 18 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | eastern Turkey | M5.9 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2005 | Turkey-Iraq border region | M5.9 | 135 km | 41 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey | M5.7 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Nov 15, 2000 | 19 km NW of Geva?, Turkey | M5.6 | 84 km | 65 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey | M5.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 14, 2012 | 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey | M5.3 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2022 | 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey | M5.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 24 km NW of Edremit, Turkey | M5.2 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 24 km N of Van, Turkey | M5.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Sep 17, 1994 | 5 km NNW of Be?p?nar, Turkey | M5.1 | 54 km | 9 km |
| Oct 24, 2011 | 25 km NW of Van, Turkey | M5.0 | 123 km | 11 km |
| Aug 5, 2012 | 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey | M5.0 | 86 km | 18 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 19 km NE of Hizan, Turkey | M5.0 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 2013 | 17 km S of Varto, Turkey | M5.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2012 | 10 km NNE of Bulan?k, Turkey | M5.0 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 24 km N of Van, Turkey | M4.9 | 134 km | 12 km |
| May 21, 2006 | 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey | M4.9 | 37 km | 5 km |
| Feb 2, 1991 | 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq | M4.8 | 94 km | 33 km |
| Oct 23, 2011 | 27 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey | M4.8 | 137 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 84 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 4.4 in |
Palamutlu has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 34°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.1").