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Abay, Kazakhstan

Karaganda · Kazakhstan

Abay is a mid-size city in Karaganda, Kazakhstan with a population of 35,454. Elevation: 1,640 ft (500 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

35,454 Population 459/sq mi density
1,640 ft Elevation 500 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
11.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Almaty Timezone

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About Abay

Abay

Abay is a town located in central Kazakhstan, and has served as the capital of Abay District in Karaganda Region since 2002. Population: 25,550 ; 33,066.

People

Population35,454
Density459/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain11.0 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Population35,454
Population Density459 / sq mi
Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Coordinates49.6354°, 72.8652°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceKaraganda
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation11.0 inches (280 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)

About Abay

Abay is a mid-size city in Kazakhstan (Karaganda) with a population of 35,454. The city sits at an elevation of 1,640 feet (500 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 8°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.

Climate in Abay

Abay has an average annual temperature of 4°C (39°F). The hottest month is Jul (20°C), the coldest is Jan (-13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 365 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -13.6°C / 8°F -17.9° / -9.2° 24.5
Feb -12.6°C / 9°F -17.5° / -7.7° 24.0
Mar -5.2°C / 23°F -9.9° / -0.6° 25.3
Apr 6.9°C / 44°F 0.8° / 13° 29.3
May 13.6°C / 56°F 6.7° / 20.6° 36.5
Jun 18.8°C / 66°F 12.1° / 25.4° 42.3
Jul 20°C / 68°F 13.7° / 26.4° 50.8
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 12.1° / 25.5° 27.5
Sep 12.2°C / 54°F 5.5° / 19° 19.7
Oct 5.2°C / 41°F -0.4° / 10.9° 26.4
Nov -4.8°C / 23°F -8.9° / -0.6° 31.5
Dec -11.2°C / 12°F -15.5° / -7° 27.0
Abay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,640 feet.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below Kazakhstan avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,640 ft (500 m)
Area77.2 sq mi (200.0 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates49.6354°N, 72.8652°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.0"
71% below Kazakhstan avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (May) 1.34"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 21, 2014.

Jun 21, 2014 10 km SE of Abay, Kazakhstan M4.8 11 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 8°F (-14°C) 0.8 in
February 8°F (-14°C) 0.6 in Coldest
March 19°F (-7°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in Wettest
June 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 65°F (19°C) 1.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in
October 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.9 in

Abay has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 8°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.3") and March the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Abay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Школа №5
Школа №10
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Radio Stations near Abay

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Жаңа MIX dj remix, mix MP3 320 kbps
ВАШЕ РАДИО dance, pop dance MP3 128 kbps
Жаңа Rock alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Pioner FM oldies, propaganda MP3 128 kbps
Жаңа Lounge lounge, lounge radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Abay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ecological Museum
Karaganda Oblast Museum
KarLag - Museum of Political Repression Victims’ Memory of the Dolinka Settlement

Libraries in Abay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library for kids0.0
Библиотека им. Н.В. Гоголя0.0
Библиотека им. Н.В. Гоголя0.0
Библиотека имени Ауэзова0.0
Библиотека имени Ауэзова0.0
библиотека филиал№80.0
Библиотека юношеская0.0
Библиотека юношеская0.0
Детская библиотека0.0
Детская библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Abay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
АлтынАрба
Кайнар ТД
Кайнар ТД
Родина рынок
Родина рынок
Рынок
Рынок
Рынок "Самал"
Рынок "Шыгыс"

Hotels in Abay

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dune

Restaurants in Abay

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black wok доставка еды
Sole mio

Cafes in Abay

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aura
Dolce VIta
English Русский
Sole Mio
Бомонд
Донерная

Monuments in Abay

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muqtar, Äygerim
Памятник павшим в Великой Отечественной

Dentists in Abay

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KZ #8296767017

Veterinaries in Abay

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KZ #6697016486

Train Stations in Abay

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Qarabas
Topar

Bus Stations in Abay

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Автовокзал

Gas Stations in Abay

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gazoil
Gazoil
KZ #2006577100
KZ #2006577103
KZ #2006577105
Nomad Oil

Banks in Abay

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Halyk Bank

Gyms in Abay

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ФОК

Stadiums & Teams in Abay

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Abay

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Şañğı kwrortı 0.0 $0

Airports Near Abay

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sary-Arka AirportKGFLarge Airport
Balapan AirfieldSmall Airport
Karaganda Southwest AirportSmall Airport
Novaya Uzenka AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Abay

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
CDEK
Казпочта

Treatment Centers in Abay

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Адонис клиника
ГлазоЛик
Здравница Дипнера
Клиника Киманова
Клиника Панацея
Клиника Профессора Лохвицкого
Мерей
Областная клиническая больница
Поликлиника №3 г. Караганды

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Almaty
Elevation
504 m (1,654 ft)
Area
200.0 km² (77.2 mi²)
Founded
1949
Postal Code
100100
Website
abay-akimat-karaganda.kz/

🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan

Capital Nur-Sultan
Population 18,276,499
Area 2,717,300 km²
GDP (USD) $261,840,101,060
GDP per capita $12,879
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 92.9%
Urban population 61.8%
Currency KZT (Tenge)
Languages Kazakh, Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .kz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Kazakhstan

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Jan 2 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Mar 8 International Women's Day Халықаралық әйелдер күні
Mar 21 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 22 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 23 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
May 1 Kazakhstan People's Unity Day Қазақстан халқының
May 7 Defender of the Fatherland Day Отан Қорғаушы күні
May 9 Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day Жеңіс күні
Jul 6 Capital City Day Астана күні
Aug 30 Constitution Day Конституция күні
Oct 25 Republic Day Республика күні
Dec 16 Independence Day Тәуелсіздік күні

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abay

What is the population of Abay?

Abay has a population of 35,454 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 459 people per square mile, spread across 77.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Abay?

Abay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.0 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

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