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Balqash, Kazakhstan
Karaganda · Kazakhstan
Balqash is a mid-size city in Karaganda, Kazakhstan with a population of 81,364. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Balqash
Balkhash or Balqash is a city in Kazakhstan, located on the northern shore of Lake Balkhash, on the Bay Bertys, and in the south of the Kazakh Uplands. The population of the city is 68,833 ; 65,431.
People
Climate
| Population | 81,364 |
| Population Density | 916 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.8455°, 74.9821° |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
| Country | 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan |
| State / Province | Karaganda |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.7 inches (144 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
About Balqash
Balqash is a mid-size city in Kazakhstan (Karaganda) with a population of 81,364. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet (372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 8°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.
Climate in Balqash
Balqash has an average annual temperature of 6.6°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below Kazakhstan avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 88.8 sq mi (230.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 916/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8455°N, 74.9821°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.6 in |
Balqash has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from 8°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.6") and September the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Balqash
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Балхашский Гуманитарно Технический колледж 2 корпус | College | — | — |
| Балхашский Гуманитарно Технический колледж главный корпус | College | — | — |
| Балхашский многопрофильный колледж | University | — | — |
| Болашак колледж | College | — | — |
| Гуманитарно-технический колледж | University | — | — |
| Медицинский колледж | College | — | — |
| Рыбинститут | University | — | — |
Schools in Balqash
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №5 | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя школа №24 | — | — | — | — |
| Лицей №2 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №16 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ N18 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №17 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №15 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №7 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ N8 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа-интернат N2 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №1 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ N3 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа-интернат Зияткер | — | — | — | — |
| СШ N9 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №10 | — | — | — | — |
| 24 орта мектебі | — | — | — | — |
| Школа искусств | — | — | — | — |
| Казахмыс Политехнический колледж | — | — | — | — |
| Интернат №4 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ N4 | — | — | — | — |
| Лицей N4 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Balqash
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Balqash
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Музей |
Libraries in Balqash
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Сырлас библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balqash
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Рынок |
Hotels in Balqash
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balqash
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balqash
28 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Balqash
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Balqash
9 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Balqash
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Balqash
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Balqash
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balqash
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Balqash
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Balqash
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balqash
26 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balqash
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Balqash
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Balqash
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balqash
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Balqash
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balkhash Airport | BXH | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Balqash
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CDEK | |
| Kazpost Post-office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balqash
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Мечеть | |
| Мечеть Железнодорожников | |
| Новоапостольская церковь | |
| Православный храм | |
| Римско-католический приход св. Франциска |
Quick Facts
Around Balqash
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Balqash
1 places within 15 km
- • Chechengora
🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan
Public Holidays in Kazakhstan
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Balqash?
Balqash has a population of 81,364 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 916 people per square mile, spread across 88.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balqash?
Balqash has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.7 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.