Arkhyz, Russia
Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic · Russia
Arkhyz is a small town in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic, Russia with a population of 849. Elevation: 4,823 ft (1,470 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 849 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,823 ft (1,470 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.5651°, 41.2784° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 37°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.2 inches (1,274 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 17.6 inches (45 cm) |
About Arkhyz
Arkhyz is a small town in Russia (Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic) with a population of 849. The city sits at an elevation of 4,823 feet (1,470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.9°F |
| 32% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,823 ft (1,470 m) |
| Area | 274.0 sq mi (709.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5651°N, 41.2784°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 4.2 in |
Arkhyz has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 20°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.6").
Museums in Arkhyz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotating house-museum | ||||
| Нижне-Архызский историко-архитектурный и археологический комплекс |
Hotels in Arkhyz
200 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Arkhyz
93 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Arkhyz
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Arkhyz
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arkhyz
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Arkhyz
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Arkhyz
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gudauta Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport | SUI | Medium Airport |
| Psebay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pskhu Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Waterfalls Near Arkhyz
18 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Arkhyz.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Азырт-Чара | |
| Алибекский водопад | |
| Баритовый | |
| Безымянный | |
| Безымянный верхний | |
| Белый | |
| Борный | |
| Водопады Ак-Айры | |
| Казачий | |
| Малый Суфруджинский водопад | |
| Мамонтовский порог | |
| Минский | Height: 10 |
| Орлёнок | |
| Софийский Большой | Height: 90 |
| Софийский Малый | |
| Суфруджинский водопад | |
| Чертова мельница | |
| Чигордали | Height: 20 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkhyz
What is the population of Arkhyz?
Arkhyz has a population of 849 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 274.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arkhyz?
Arkhyz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.
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