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Birbash, Kyrgyzstan

Issyk-Kul · Kyrgyzstan

Birbash is a small town in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 2,535. Elevation: 5,512 ft (1,680 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

2,535 Population 137/sq mi density
5,512 ft Elevation 1,680 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone

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About Birbash

Бёрю-Баш — село в Ак-Суйском районе Иссык-Кульской области Кыргызстана. Входит в состав айылного аймака Алтын-Арашан. Код СОАТЕ — 41702 205 815 09 0.

People

Population2,535
Density137/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation5,512 ft (1,680 m)
Population2,535
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation5,512 ft (1,680 m)
Coordinates42.5268°, 78.3599°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceIssyk-Kul
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (498 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (12 cm)

About Birbash

Birbash is a small town in Kyrgyzstan (Issyk-Kul) with a population of 2,535. The city sits at an elevation of 5,512 feet (1,680 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.

Climate in Birbash

Birbash has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 431 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.4°C / 26°F -7.8° / 0.9° 17.8
Feb -2.2°C / 28°F -6.5° / 2.1° 23.8
Mar 3.1°C / 38°F -1.8° / 8° 25.9
Apr 8.8°C / 48°F 2.7° / 14.9° 38.7
May 13°C / 55°F 6.7° / 19.3° 42.7
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 10.6° / 22.7° 46.5
Jul 18°C / 64°F 11.7° / 24.4° 48.1
Aug 18°C / 64°F 11.5° / 24.5° 47.7
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 8° / 20.4° 45.6
Oct 8.7°C / 48°F 3.4° / 14° 44.1
Nov 3.3°C / 38°F -1.2° / 7.8° 31.3
Dec -1.5°C / 29°F -5.7° / 2.7° 18.8
Birbash has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,512 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below Kyrgyzstan avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,512 ft (1,680 m)
Area18.6 sq mi (48.0 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates42.5268°N, 78.3599°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
48% below Kyrgyzstan avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.56"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

257 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 23, 2025.

Jan 22, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M7.0 143 km
Nov 12, 1990 35 km NW of Tyup, Kyrgyzstan M6.4 54 km
Feb 14, 2005 92 km NW of Aksu, China M6.1 126 km
Jan 28, 2013 61 km SE of Kegen, Kazakhstan M6.1 111 km
Jan 22, 2024 129 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.8 141 km
Jan 29, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.7 150 km
Jan 22, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.5 149 km
Apr 19, 2009 119 km S of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.4 140 km
Feb 25, 2024 130 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.4 146 km
May 30, 2012 55 km NW of Kegen, Kazakhstan M5.4 100 km
Jan 22, 2024 124 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.4 136 km
Jan 25, 2024 112 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.3 147 km
Jan 22, 2024 131 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.3 146 km
Feb 15, 2005 97 km NW of Aksu, China M5.3 121 km
Jan 23, 2024 119 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.3 147 km
Jan 22, 2024 122 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.2 148 km
Jan 18, 1996 45 km SE of Kadzhi-Say, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 106 km
Jun 7, 1998 98 km SE of Kadzhi-Say, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 128 km
Apr 6, 2005 125 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 134 km
May 1, 2011 21 km NE of Turgen, Kazakhstan M5.1 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in

Birbash has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 19°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Birbash

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Школа ?
Школа ?
Среняя школа им. К.Токоев
№2 corps
Школа в Жаны-Арыке
средняя школа имени К. Токоева
Школа им.Конкина
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Museums in Birbash

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Karakol historical regional study museum
Nikolay Przhevalsky museum
Old mill
Old mill
Дом-музей Кусеина Карасаева

Libraries in Birbash

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
"Красный Дом" библиотека0.0
Библиотека0.0
Областная библиотека им. Т. Сыдыкбекова0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0
Читальный зал им. Горького0.0

Farmers Markets in Birbash

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animal bazar
Animal Market
Animal market on late Saturday night to Sundays morning
Bazar
Big Bazaar
Main Bazaar
Sunday Animal Market Karakol
Бугу

Restaurants in Birbash

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kanykei

Cafes in Birbash

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Чайхана «ТОЙ»

Clinics in Birbash

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Медпункт

Gas Stations in Birbash

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auirdin
Gas station
KG #442753697
KG #478429498
газовая запавка
Газпром Каракол

Ski Resorts Near Birbash

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski resort "Karakol" 0.0 $0

Airports Near Birbash

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karakol International AirportIKGMedium Airport
Chilik Southeast AirfieldSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Bishkek

🇰🇬 About Kyrgyzstan

Capital Bishkek
Population 6,315,800
Area 198,500 km²
GDP (USD) $15,180,842,369
GDP per capita $2,138
HDI 0.720
Life expectancy 72.3 years
Internet users 88.5%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency KGS (Som)
Languages Kyrgyz, Russian
Calling code +996
TLD .kg
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Birbash

What is the population of Birbash?

Birbash has a population of 2,535 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 18.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Birbash?

Birbash has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

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