All climatic diagrams of this site are taken from the collected data from the official weather station in Van in a height of 1661m above sea level. All data correspond to the average monthly values of the last 20 years.
Van is one of the coldest regions in Turkey with an average daily high temperature of only 15 degrees centigrade. The climate is much more unsettled than in central Europe and offers varied seasons with deep winters and warm summers. Due to the warmer temperatures the best time for traveling is from June to September. Winter athletes will find their favorite weather conditions from January to February.
Van is a part of Turkey and has an east-west extension of about 80 km. From north to south it is approximately 110 km. The biggest cities are Van and Ercis. The local time is now Friday, 11:47 pm.