Climate Insights for Tatvan

, Bitlis, Turkey

Hottest
August
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low
Wettest
March
130mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tatvan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 814mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 130mm of rainfall. Tatvan 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 -6°C. Tatvan 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: -1° Average: -3° Min: -6° Feb Max: 1° Average: -1° Min: -4° Mar Max: 6° Average: 3° Min: 0° Apr Max: 11° Average: 7° Min: 3° May Max: 17° Average: 13° Min: 9° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 14° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 18° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 18° Sep Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 14° Oct Max: 17° Average: 13° Min: 9° Nov Max: 8° Average: 5° Min: 2° Dec Max: 3° Average: 0° Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Tatvan vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°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: 116mm Snow: 111mm Feb Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 66mm Mar Precipitation: 130mm Snow: 71mm Apr Precipitation: 98mm Snow: 16mm May Precipitation: 96mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 20mm Dec Precipitation: 111mm Snow: 81mm
Precipitation
Snow

Tatvan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 814mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 130mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5mm. That's 125mm 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. Tatvan receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 364cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 111cm. 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: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/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: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Tatvan 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 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/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 Tatvan, which began on June 21, 2026. Tatvan 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 324mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 35mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 150mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Expect around 20cm 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 -6 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 305mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Expect around 257cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -3°
Feb -1°
Mar
Apr
May 13°
Jun 19°
Jul 23°
Aug 24°
Sep 20°
Oct 13°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Tatvan is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 11mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°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 Tatvan 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
-6 °C
-1 °C
2 km/h
116 mm
111 cm
Feb
-4 °C
1 °C
2 km/h
78 mm
66 cm
Mar
0 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
130 mm
71 cm
Apr
3 °C
11 °C
2 km/h
98 mm
16 cm
May
9 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
96 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
14 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Oct
9 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
63 mm
1 cm
Nov
2 °C
8 °C
2 km/h
78 mm
20 cm
Dec
-2 °C
3 °C
2 km/h
111 mm
81 cm
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