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Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Baikonur · Kazakhstan
Baikonur is a mid-size city in Baikonur, Kazakhstan with a population of 70,000. Elevation: 2,395 ft (730 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Baikonur
Baikonur is a city in Kazakhstan on the northern bank of the Syr Darya river. It is currently leased and administered by the Russian Federation as an enclave until 2050. It was constructed to serve the Baikonur Cosmodrome with administrative offices and employee housing. During the Soviet period, the town was known as Leninsk, and was sometimes referred to as Zvezdograd. It was officially renamed Baikonur by Russian president Boris Yeltsin on December 20, 1995.
People
Climate
| Population | 70,000 |
| Population Density | 3,548 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,395 ft (730 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.6167°, 63.3167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Qostanay |
| Country | 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan |
| State / Province | Baikonur |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.8 inches (122 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
About Baikonur
Baikonur is a mid-size city in Kazakhstan (Baikonur) with a population of 70,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,395 feet (730 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Qostanay.
Climate in Baikonur
Baikonur has an average annual temperature of 10.5°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 124 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below Kazakhstan avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,395 ft (730 m) |
| Area | 19.7 sq mi (51.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6167°N, 63.3167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Qostanay |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 20°F (-6°C) | 0.6 in |
Baikonur has a seasonal temperature swing of 69°F / from 14°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.6") and August the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Baikonur
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Электрорадиотехникум Байқоңыр | College | — | — |
Schools in Baikonur
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №272 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа 3 | — | — | — | — |
| ГОУ СОШ №1 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №273 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №274 | — | — | — | — |
| Медучилище | — | — | — | — |
| Спортзал | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя школа № 4 им. В. П. Глушко | — | — | — | — |
| школа №99 | — | — | — | — |
| №279 средняя школа | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №274 | — | — | — | — |
| Мед училище | — | — | — | — |
| International Cosmonautics Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №277 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №10 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №275 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Baikonur
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Baikonur
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Baikonur
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Market | |||||
| Торговый дом | |||||
| Шестой рынок |
Hotels in Baikonur
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Baikonur
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Baikonur
22 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Baikonur
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Baikonur
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Baikonur
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Baikonur
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Baikonur
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Baikonur
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Baikonur
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Baikonur
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Baikonur
13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Baikonur
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Baikonur
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Baikonur
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Baikonur
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baikonur Krayniy International Airport | BXY | Large Airport |
| Yubileyniy Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Baikonur
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CDEK | |
| БСИ | |
| Почтовое отделение |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Baikonur
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| The Church of the Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious | |
| Мечеть |
Quick Facts
Around Baikonur
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan
Public Holidays in Kazakhstan
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Baikonur
What is the population of Baikonur?
Baikonur has a population of 70,000 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 3,548 people per square mile, spread across 19.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baikonur?
Baikonur has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.8 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.