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Ala-Buka, Kyrgyzstan

Jalal-Abad Region · Kyrgyzstan

Ala-Buka is a small city in Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 15,426. Elevation: 4,101 ft (1,250 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

15,426 Population 11/sq mi density
4,101 ft Elevation 1,250 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone

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About Ala-Buka

Ala-Buka

Ala-Buka is a district of Jalal-Abad Region in western Kyrgyzstan. The seat lies at Ala-Buka. Its area is 2,976 square kilometres (1,149 sq mi), and its resident population was 108,647 in 2021.

People

Population15,426
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation4,101 ft (1,250 m)
Population15,426
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,101 ft (1,250 m)
Coordinates41.4105°, 71.4863°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceJalal-Abad Region
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (443 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (18 cm)

About Ala-Buka

Ala-Buka is a small city in Kyrgyzstan (Jalal-Abad Region) with a population of 15,426. The city sits at an elevation of 4,101 feet (1,250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.

Climate in Ala-Buka

Ala-Buka has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 377 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 56.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 25.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.9
Ala-Buka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 304 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,101 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below Kyrgyzstan avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,101 ft (1,250 m)
Area1,443.0 sq mi (3,737.3 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates41.4105°N, 71.4863°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.4"
54% below Kyrgyzstan avg
Snowfall 6.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.48"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 29, 2025.

May 15, 1992 4 km WSW of Kochkor-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M6.2 90 km
Jul 19, 2011 16 km NNE of Aydarken, Kyrgyzstan M6.1 148 km
Oct 8, 1995 9 km SE of Uchq?rghon Shahri, Uzbekistan M5.7 69 km
Dec 24, 1992 33 km S of Talas, Kyrgyzstan M5.4 109 km
Aug 5, 2025 33 km N of Massy, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 97 km
May 5, 2003 4 km ENE of Kochkor-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 96 km
Feb 20, 1995 4 km NW of Kochkor-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 89 km
Nov 6, 1992 2 km NE of Kochkor-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 95 km
May 21, 1992 10 km SW of Bazar-Korgon, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 111 km
Jan 19, 2010 49 km SSW of Talas, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 91 km
Aug 20, 2011 62 km S of Taraz, Kazakhstan M5.0 104 km
Jan 5, 1992 5 km E of Pop, Uzbekistan M5.0 65 km
Mar 7, 1992 14 km NW of Shohimardon, Uzbekistan M4.9 149 km
May 11, 2010 7 km SE of Kerben, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 29 km
Feb 20, 2012 45 km S of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 129 km
Apr 26, 2009 8 km W of Jalal-Abad, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 130 km
Jan 24, 2007 14 km ESE of Toshbuloq, Uzbekistan M4.9 64 km
Apr 16, 2016 17 km NW of Pop, Uzbekistan M4.8 62 km
Aug 24, 2013 9 km NE of To‘rqao‘rg‘on, Uzbekistan M4.8 39 km
Apr 29, 2009 30 km WNW of Kerben, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 1.6 in
March 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in Wettest
May 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in

Ala-Buka has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.5") and August the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Ala-Buka

Institution Type Founded Website
Кесиптик колледж College
СПУЗ University

Schools in Ala-Buka

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
А.Джуманазаров атындагы орто мектеп
Alişer Navoi atındagı №16 mektep
№3 школа им Н.Орозалиева
№7 Н.Бекменбетов
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Libraries in Ala-Buka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Ala-Buka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dekhan bazar

Hotels in Ala-Buka

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Кочмондор

Cafes in Ala-Buka

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Бишкек+
Изюм
Ынтымак

Gas Stations in Ala-Buka

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KG #12880306161
KG #12895927142
партнёр нефть

Banks in Ala-Buka

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakai Bank
Банк Компаньон
ЭкоИсламикБанк

Stadiums & Teams in Ala-Buka

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ala-Buka

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Namangan International AirportNMALarge Airport
Kara Kalpak AirportSmall Airport
Kayki AirportSmall Airport
Kerben AirportSmall Airport
Namangan Northeast AirportSmall Airport
Pap East AirportSmall Airport
Uchkurgan Southeast AirportSmall Airport
Uychi Southeast AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ala-Buka

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Мечеть им. Борубека уулу Шамырза
Мечеть им. Шарипова Курманбека
Центральная мечеть

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Bishkek
Elevation
1,156 m (3,793 ft)

🇰🇬 About Kyrgyzstan

Capital Bishkek
Population 6,315,800
Area 198,500 km²
GDP (USD) $15,180,842,369
GDP per capita $2,138
HDI 0.720
Life expectancy 72.3 years
Internet users 88.5%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency KGS (Som)
Languages Kyrgyz, Russian
Calling code +996
TLD .kg
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ala-Buka

What is the population of Ala-Buka?

Ala-Buka has a population of 15,426 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,443.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ala-Buka?

Ala-Buka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.

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