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Aknīste, Latvia
Jēkabpils Municipality · Latvia
Aknīste is a small town in Jēkabpils Municipality, Latvia with a population of 2,546. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Aknīste
Aknīste is a town in Jēkabpils Municipality in the Selonia region of Latvia, situated near the Lithuanian border. The town is located near the river Dienvidsusēja. Prior to July 2021, the town was the capital of Aknīste Municipality, and prior to 2009, it was part of Jēkabpils district.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,546 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1615°, 25.7478° |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
| Country | 🇱🇻 Latvia |
| State / Province | Jēkabpils Municipality |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Aknīste
Aknīste is a small town in Latvia (Jēkabpils Municipality) with a population of 2,546. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Riga.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below Latvia avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 51.4 sq mi (133.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1615°N, 25.7478°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Riga |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in |
Aknīste has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 23°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").
Schools in Aknīste
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aknīstes vidusskola | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Aknīste
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Aknīste
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aknīstes novadpētniecības muzejs | ||||
| Justino Vienožinskio tėviškė | ||||
| Lokomotīvju depo | ||||
| Obelių istorijos muziejus | ||||
| Paula Stradiņa skola | ||||
| Rokiškio krašto muziejus | ||||
| Sēlijas prasmju muzejs | ||||
| Senlietu privātkolekcija "Solis sendienās" | ||||
| Vagonu depo | ||||
| Vasaras istaba Sēlijā | ||||
| Viesītes Amatniecības centrs | ||||
| Viesītes muzejs "Sēlija" |
Libraries in Aknīste
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Keliuočio viešoji biblioteka | 0.0 | |||||
| Rokiškio r. J. Keliuočio viešoji biblioteka, Juodupės filialas | 0.0 | |||||
| Rokiškio r. J. Keliuočio viešoji biblioteka, Obelių filialas | 0.0 | |||||
| Rubeņu bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Viesītes bibliotēka | 0.0 | |||||
| Zasas bibliotēka | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aknīste
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obelių turgavietė | |||||
| Rokiškio turgus | |||||
| Zaļais tirgus |
Cafes in Aknīste
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Aknīste
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Aknīste
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aknīste
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Aknīste
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Aknīste
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egļukalns | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Aknīste
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jēkabpils Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Biržu lidlauks | — | Small Airport |
| Gančauski Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Griva Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Madliena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mežāre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nereta Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pečiulių aerodromas | — | Small Airport |
| Praulienas lidlauks | — | Small Airport |
| Rokiškio aerodromas | — | Small Airport |
| Utena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zarasai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zasa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Aknīste
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aknīstes pasta nodaļa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aknīste
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aknīstes luterāņu baznīca | |
| Gārsenes luterāņu baznīca | |
| Svētā Ignācija Romas katoļu baznīca |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Latvia
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What is the population of Aknīste?
Aknīste has a population of 2,546 residents and is located in Latvia. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 51.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aknīste?
Aknīste has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.