Weather & Climate in Taraksu, Turkey
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Taraksu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 13.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,913 ft (888 m) |
| Area | 273.1 sq mi (707.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1542°N, 39.1484°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
466 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 | 32 km | 10 km |
| May 1, 2003 | 13 km N of Bingöl, Turkey | M6.4 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 10 km SSW of Karakoçan, Turkey | M6.1 | 107 km | 12 km |
| Oct 16, 2024 | 19 km W of Doğanyol, Turkey | M6.0 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 12 km W of Çelikhan, Turkey | M6.0 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 9 km SW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey | M5.8 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2007 | 12 km N of Çüngü?, Turkey | M5.7 | 21 km | 6 km |
| Aug 11, 2004 | 8 km SSW of Sivrice, Turkey | M5.7 | 27 km | 7 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 7 km SW of Ye?ilyurt, Turkey | M5.7 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Mar 2, 2017 | 5 km NW of Samsat, Turkey | M5.6 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 11 km E of Palu, Turkey | M5.6 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2003 | 6 km WSW of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.6 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2023 | 8 km ESE of Gölba??, Turkey | M5.5 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 2007 | 9 km N of Do?anyol, Turkey | M5.5 | 28 km | 3 km |
| Feb 8, 2023 | 17 km N of Gölba??, Turkey | M5.4 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 25, 2021 | eastern Turkey | M5.4 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | eastern Turkey | M5.4 | 85 km | 7 km |
| Feb 7, 2023 | 7 km NNE of Sincik, Turkey | M5.4 | 45 km | 9 km |
| Feb 7, 2023 | 4 km WSW of Sincik, Turkey | M5.3 | 53 km | 13 km |
| Feb 6, 2023 | 16 km WSW of Do?an?ehir, Turkey | M5.3 | 128 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
Taraksu has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 36°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (0.1").