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Balagansk, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · Russia

Balagansk is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 4,195. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

4,195 Population 82/sq mi density
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
15.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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About Balagansk

Balagansk is an urban locality and the administrative center of Balagansky District, Irkutsk Oblast, Russia. It is located on the left bank of the Angara River, downstream from Svirsk and 285 kilometres (177 mi) by road northwest of Irkutsk and to the southeast of Sayansk. Population: 4,109 (2010 census); 4,307 (2002 census); 4,136 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population4,195
Density82/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Population4,195
Population Density82 / sq mi
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates54.0057°, 103.0523°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation15.4 inches (390 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)

About Balagansk

Balagansk is a small town in Russia (Irkutsk Oblast) with a population of 4,195. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 29°F (-2°C). Temperatures range from -9°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Climate in Balagansk

Balagansk has an average annual temperature of -0.6°C (31°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-23°C). Average annual precipitation is 333 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -23°C / -9°F -27.3° / -18.7° 8.8
Feb -19.5°C / -3°F -24.6° / -14.3° 6.4
Mar -9.9°C / 14°F -15.9° / -3.9° 5.9
Apr 1.9°C / 35°F -3.9° / 7.7° 12.0
May 9.5°C / 49°F 2.4° / 16.6° 26.4
Jun 16.7°C / 62°F 10° / 23.4° 51.2
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 13.5° / 25.5° 66.4
Aug 17°C / 63°F 11.2° / 22.8° 66.1
Sep 9.4°C / 49°F 4.1° / 14.6° 47.6
Oct 1.2°C / 34°F -3.3° / 5.8° 16.3
Nov -9.6°C / 15°F -13.7° / -5.6° 11.8
Dec -19.8°C / -4°F -24° / -15.5° 14.4
Balagansk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 74°F. The area gets 308 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 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average29.3°F
46% below Russia avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area51.4 sq mi (133.0 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates54.0057°N, 103.0523°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.4"
60% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Feb 26, 1996.

Feb 26, 1996 103 km N of Ust’-Uda, Russia M4.2 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -9°F (-23°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -4°F (-20°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 12°F (-11°C) 0.3 in
April 32°F (0°C) 0.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
October 32°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
November 13°F (-10°C) 0.7 in
December -2°F (-19°C) 0.6 in

Balagansk has a seasonal temperature swing of 74°F / from -9°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Balagansk

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Балаганская начальная общеобразовательная школа № 2
МКОУ Игжейская СОШ
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Radio Stations near Balagansk

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Cafes in Balagansk

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

РЫБАТСКИЕ ДОМИКИ

Clinics in Balagansk

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #447729225

Gas Stations in Balagansk

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #5502982154

Banks in Balagansk

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Post Offices in Balagansk

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта России 666391

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Irkutsk

🇷🇺 About Russia

Capital Moscow
Population 144,478,050
Area 17,100,000 km²
GDP (USD) $2,071,505,725,031
GDP per capita $14,159
HDI 0.822
Life expectancy 73.3 years
Internet users 92.3%
Urban population 75.0%
Currency RUB (Ruble)
Languages Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .ru
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Russia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Новый год
Jan 2 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 3 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 4 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 5 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 6 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Рождество Христово
Feb 23 Defender of the Fatherland Day День защитника Отечества
Mar 8 International Women's Day Международный женский день
May 1 Labour Day День труда
May 9 Victory Day День Победы
Jun 12 Russia Day День России
Nov 4 Unity Day День народного единства

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Frequently Asked Questions About Balagansk

What is the population of Balagansk?

Balagansk has a population of 4,195 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 51.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Balagansk?

Balagansk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

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