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Beslan, Russia
North Ossetia–Alania · Russia
Beslan is a mid-size city in North Ossetia–Alania, Russia with a population of 35,604. Elevation: 1,594 ft (486 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 35,604 |
| Population Density | 3,841 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1928°, 44.5327° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | North Ossetia–Alania |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.7 inches (678 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
About Beslan
Beslan is a mid-size city in Russia (North Ossetia–Alania) with a population of 35,604. The city sits at an elevation of 1,594 feet (486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Beslan
Beslan has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 952 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,594 ft (486 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,841/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1928°N, 44.5327°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 55 km |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 170 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.2 in |
Beslan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Beslan
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Аграрно-технологический колледж | College | - | , |
Schools in Beslan
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Средняя школа №2 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа-интернат им. Ивана Каниди | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №6 | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа №8 | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа №3 | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа №5 | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа № 7 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №4 | - | - | - | - |
| School No. 1 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Beslan
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Алания FM | news, ossetian music | MP3 | |
| Road Radio 91.2 | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Beslan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kosta Khetagurov Museum of Ossetian Literature | ||||
| Museum of Ethnology | ||||
| ГКУ Ингушский Государственный музей краеведения им. Т.Мальсагова | ||||
| ГКУ Ингушский Государственный музей краеведения им. Т.Мальсагова | ||||
| Дом-музей К.Л. Хетагурова | ||||
| Мемориальный комплекс и музей «Девять башен» | ||||
| Музей истории Владикавказа | ||||
| Музей истории МВД | ||||
| Музей театрального искусства Северной Осетии | ||||
| Музей Терской области | ||||
| Национальный музей РСО-Алания | ||||
| Планетарий | ||||
| Портал | ||||
| Северо-Осетинский государственный художественный музей им. М. С. Туганова |
Libraries in Beslan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека для слепых | 0.0 | |||||
| Научная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Нотно-музыкальная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Республиканская Юношеская Библиотека им. Гайто Газданова | 0.0 | |||||
| Филиал №1 центральной библиотечной системы | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Beslan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Архонское ряды | |||||
| Архонское ряды | |||||
| Владикавказская ярмарка | |||||
| Зелёный рынок | |||||
| Карцинские ряды | |||||
| Крытый рынок | |||||
| Мальсаговский рынок | |||||
| Первомайский рынок | |||||
| Рынок «Алан» | |||||
| Рынок «Викалина» | |||||
| Рынок «Привоз» | |||||
| Рынок Мархаба | |||||
| Северный рынок | |||||
| Торговые ряды | |||||
| Фруктово-овощной рынок |
Hotels in Beslan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Beslan
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Beslan
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Beslan
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Beslan
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Beslan
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Beslan
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Beslan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Дарьял | ||||
| Дарьял | ||||
| Пив-Вар | ||||
| Пив-Вар | ||||
| Пивоваренный дом «Бавария» |
Stadiums & Teams in Beslan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Beslan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gudauri Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Beslan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Magas Airport | IGT | Medium Airport |
| Mozdok Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport | OGZ | Medium Airport |
| Vladikavkaz Gizel' Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Beslan
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Beslan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia | |
| Баптистская церковь |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Beslan
What is the population of Beslan?
Beslan has a population of 35,604 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 3,841 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Beslan?
Beslan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.