Diyarbakır, Turkey
Major city · Population 1.8M
Diyarbakır is the 7th largest city in Turkey with a population of approximately 1,791,373 people as of 2026. This makes it the 239th largest city in the world, accounting for 2.09% of Turkey's total population of 85.5M. Diyarbakır is classified as a major city and operates in the Europe/Istanbul timezone. The average annual temperature is 17°C with 524 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 678 meters above sea level.
Population
1,791,373
Global Rank
#239
Country Rank
#7
% of Turkey
2.09%
Avg Temperature
17°C
Annual Rainfall
524 mm
Elevation
678 m
Timezone
Europe/Istanbul
Diyarbakır on the Map
Climate in Diyarbakır
Diyarbakır's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is Mar with 136 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Turkey at a Glance
Country Population
85,518,661
Capital
Ankara
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
106
GDP per Capita
$15,893
Life Expectancy
77.2 years
Urban Population
89.3%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Turkey
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Diyarbakır with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Batman | 452,157 | 80 km |
| Siverek | 175,341 | 81 km |
| Mardin | 129,864 | 81 km |
| Kızıltepe | 150,174 | 87 km |
| Viranşehir | 154,163 | 87 km |
| Bingöl | 128,935 | 111 km |
| Elazığ | 443,363 | 121 km |
| Şanlıurfa | 449,549 | 150 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Diyarbakır?
The population of Diyarbakır, Turkey is approximately 1,791,373 people, making it the 239th largest city in the world and the 7th largest in Turkey.
Is Diyarbakır the capital of Turkey?
No, the capital of Turkey is Ankara. Diyarbakır is the 7th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır has an average annual temperature of 17°C and receives 524 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Diyarbakır in?
Diyarbakır is in the Europe/Istanbul timezone.