Climate Insights for Gevaş

, Van, Turkey

Hottest
August
27°C peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low
Wettest
March
112mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gevaş is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 736mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 112mm of rainfall. Gevaş is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Gevaş experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -8° Feb Max: 1° Average: -2° Min: -5° Mar Max: 5° Average: 3° Min: -1° Apr Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 2° May Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 7° Jun Max: 22° Average: 18° Min: 12° Jul Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 17° Sep Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 13° Oct Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 7° Nov Max: 8° Average: 4° Min: 1° Dec Max: 2° Average: -1° Min: -4°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Gevaş vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 93mm Snow: 91mm Feb Precipitation: 68mm Snow: 60mm Mar Precipitation: 112mm Snow: 74mm Apr Precipitation: 97mm Snow: 23mm May Precipitation: 95mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 18mm Dec Precipitation: 87mm Snow: 70mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gevaş is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 736mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 61mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 112mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 9mm. That's 103mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Gevaş receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 337cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Gevaş is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Gevaş, which began on June 21, 2026. Gevaş is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -1 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 305mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 1 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 19cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -8 to 2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 248mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Expect around 221cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -5°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr
May 12°
Jun 18°
Jul 22°
Aug 23°
Sep 18°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec -1°

The best time to visit Gevaş is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gevaş based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-8 °C
-2 °C
1 km/h
93 mm
91 cm
Feb
-5 °C
1 °C
1 km/h
68 mm
60 cm
Mar
-1 °C
5 °C
2 km/h
112 mm
74 cm
Apr
2 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
97 mm
23 cm
May
7 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
1 cm
Jun Current
12 °C
22 °C
2 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
60 mm
1 cm
Nov
1 °C
8 °C
1 km/h
61 mm
18 cm
Dec
-4 °C
2 °C
1 km/h
87 mm
70 cm
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