East Anatolia Region Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in East Anatolia Region, Turkey in April.

Are you planning a trip a to East Anatolia Region, Turkey in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in East Anatolia Region in April

East Anatolia Region, Turkey is a region in Turkey. East Anatolia Region, Turkey has a wide variety of climate types. During April, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Hakkari at 9°C (48°F) to warm in Nusaybin at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Nusaybin and -1°C (30°F) in Hakkari.

For a closer look at conditions across East Anatolia Region, Turkey, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nusaybin with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Muş with 172 mm (6.8 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Malatya sees around 219 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in East Anatolia Region in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in East Anatolia Region

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in East Anatolia Region, Turkey?

Temperature range in East Anatolia Region (April)

Precipitation variation in East Anatolia Region (April)

Malatya

In April Malatya generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
219 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Van

In April Van generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
233 hours
295 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Elazığ

In April Elazığ generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
196 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Kars

In April Kars generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
185 hours
228 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Sarıkamıs

In April Sarıkamıs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
185 hours
228 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in East Anatolia Region in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Malatya 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Van 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Elazığ 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Kars 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Sarıkamıs 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Agrı 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

East Anatolia Region weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in East Anatolia Region, Turkey in April?

East Anatolia Region, Turkey typically experiences pleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Malatya average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in East Anatolia Region, Turkey in April?

Daytime temperatures in Malatya peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in April, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does East Anatolia Region, Turkey get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in East Anatolia Region, Turkey. Malatya averages only about 62 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit East Anatolia Region, Turkey?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit East Anatolia Region, Turkey with overall pleasant weather in Malatya. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May and October provide perfect weather in Malatya. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, July, August and December tend to be poor.

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