Lake Hazar

Lake Tectonic lake in Elazığ Province, Anatolian plateau

Near Elazığ in eastern Turkey, Lake Hazar occupies a tectonic basin with shoreline resorts, fishing and small-scale boating; locals and visitors use it for weekend swims and lakeside dining.

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Lake Hazar is a lake located in Elazığ Province in eastern Turkey. It lies within the province’s inland lake and mountainous landscape and is identified by the provided coordinates.

The lake is a regional feature used by nearby communities; it is not primarily known as a large national tourist centre but is visited for local recreation and landscape interest. Published detailed visitor infrastructure and extensive historical claims are limited in general tourism sources.

Historically the lake has been part of the local rural economy and landscape of Elazığ Province; specific widely reported historic events tied to the lake are not prominent in general reference sources.

The lake sits in eastern Anatolia within Elazığ Province; coordinates place it at latitude 38.48845, longitude 39.40622.

Lake Hazar
38.4885, 39.4062

How to Get to Lake Hazar #

Lake Hazar is in Elazığ Province; the nearest city is Elazığ. Access is normally by road from Elazığ city center; expect regional bus services and local roads to reach lakeside villages.

Tips for Visiting Lake Hazar #

  • Drive to small coves off the main road for quieter views-crowds tend to cluster at the main beaches.
  • If interested in fishing, check local regulations and seasonal closures.
  • Combine a visit with nearby cultural sites to see how local communities use the lake.

Best Time to Visit Lake Hazar #

Spring and autumn for moderate weather and good access; summer can be busy.

Spring/Autumn
April-June, September-October · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Moderate weather and good for hiking and lakeside walking.
Winter
December-February · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Cold but dramatic landscapes; fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Lake Hazar #

Climate

Lake Hazar's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (681 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 32°
30%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 96 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

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