Doğubayazıt
City in Turkey
Doğubayazıt is a city in Turkey with a population of about 121,000 people. Located 962 kilometers from Ankara, it serves as a base for visitors interested in natural and historical landmarks.
What to see
The area is home to the Durupınar site and Mount Ararat. Additionally, the Ishak Pasha Palace is located nearby.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, which both reach daily highs of 28 °C and experience relatively low rainfall. September is also mild, with highs of 24 °C and minimal rain. Winter months are cold, with January and February experiencing daily lows of -12 °C and -11 °C respectively. Rainfall is highest in May, with 51 mm occurring over about 15 days.
Getting there
The closest airport is Iğdır Airport, located 51 kilometers away. Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan is 72 kilometers from the city.
Top sights in Doğubayazıt
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is May, with about 51 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 1 | 2 | 7 | 14 | 18 | 24 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 17 | 9 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -12 | -11 | -5 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 5 | -2 | -8 |
| Rainfall, mm | 16 | 20 | 26 | 37 | 51 | 38 | 18 | 12 | 11 | 24 | 23 | 16 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 4 | 9 | 8 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 5 | 5 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Doğubayazıt (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Ishak Pasha Palace