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Birakan, Russia

Jewish Autonomous Oblast · Russia

Birakan is a small town in Jewish Autonomous Oblast, Russia with a population of 2,463. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 32°F (-0°C).

2,463 Population 228/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
32°F Avg Temperature -0°C
24.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vladivostok Timezone

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People

Population2,463
Density228/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Population2,463
Population Density228 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates48.9941°, 131.7204°
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceJewish Autonomous Oblast
Average Temperature32°F (-0°C)
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (633 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)

About Birakan

Birakan is a small town in Russia (Jewish Autonomous Oblast) with a population of 2,463. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from -10°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vladivostok.

Birakan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average -10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 78°F. The area gets 291 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

-10°F Jan (-23°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average31.6°F
41% below Russia avg
January Average-10°F (-23°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density228/sq mi
Coordinates48.9941°N, 131.7204°W
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.9"
34% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.75"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 18, 2024.

Jul 17, 1990 27 km SSW of Londoko, Russia M4.6 28 km
Apr 22, 2007 34 km NW of Smidovich, Russia M4.6 127 km
Jun 4, 1994 61 km S of Arkhara, Russia M4.5 112 km
Jun 18, 2012 50 km NNW of Amurzet, Russia M4.5 124 km
Jul 24, 1998 27 km SSW of Khingansk, Russia M4.5 47 km
Jul 24, 1998 33 km SSW of Khingansk, Russia M4.3 49 km
May 14, 2000 52 km SSW of Arkhara, Russia M4.2 132 km
Jul 6, 2005 69 km S of Izvestkovyy, Russia M4.2 73 km
Jun 18, 2024 37 km SSW of Birobidzhan, Russia M4.2 98 km
Mar 23, 2005 33 km WSW of Birobidzhan, Russia M4.1 69 km
Feb 22, 2008 58 km S of Izvestkovyy, Russia M4.0 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -10°F (-23°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February -1°F (-18°C) 0.2 in
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 5.8 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
November 11°F (-12°C) 0.6 in
December -6°F (-21°C) 0.3 in

Birakan has a seasonal temperature swing of 78°F / from -10°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (0.2").

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Train Stations in Birakan

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Vladivostok

🇷🇺 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 Birakan

What is the population of Birakan?

Birakan has a population of 2,463 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 228 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Birakan?

Birakan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

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