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Bol’shaya Rechka, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · Russia

Bol’shaya Rechka is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 2,600. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 32°F (0°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,600 Population 5/sq mi density
1,637 ft Elevation 499 meters
32°F Avg Temperature 0°C
16.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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People

Population2,600
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (0°C)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Population2,600
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Coordinates51.9536°, 104.7336°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature32°F (0°C)
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation16.8 inches (426 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)

About Bol’shaya Rechka

Bol’shaya Rechka is a small town in Russia (Irkutsk Oblast) with a population of 2,600. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet (499 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 2°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Bol’shaya Rechka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 2°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet.

Temperature

2°F Jan (-17°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average32.3°F
40% below Russia avg
January Average2°F (-17°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Area536.8 sq mi (1,390.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates51.9536°N, 104.7336°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.8"
56% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 16, 2023.

Feb 25, 1999 13 km N of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M5.9 40 km
Jun 29, 1995 49 km WNW of Kultuk, Russia M5.8 112 km
Jun 8, 2022 Lake Baykal region, Russia M5.2 66 km
Oct 10, 2001 41 km SSE of Yelantsy, Russia M5.2 148 km
Feb 25, 1999 17 km NNW of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M5.1 35 km
Feb 26, 1999 17 km NW of Tankhoy, Russia M5.0 35 km
May 31, 2000 18 km SSE of Listvyanka, Russia M5.0 32 km
May 12, 1991 22 km ENE of Tankhoy, Russia M4.8 60 km
Jul 13, 1993 22 km NE of Istok, Russia M4.8 123 km
Feb 27, 1999 10 km NE of Tankhoy, Russia M4.7 50 km
Feb 25, 1999 18 km N of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M4.7 35 km
Feb 10, 1999 18 km SSE of Listvyanka, Russia M4.6 33 km
Sep 1, 2014 27 km N of Bayangol, Russia M4.6 141 km
Jan 12, 2012 21 km E of Babushkin, Russia M4.5 102 km
Feb 10, 1999 14 km NNW of Tankhoy, Russia M4.5 37 km
Sep 5, 2015 22 km W of Istok, Russia M4.5 82 km
Nov 19, 1992 28 km NE of Tankhoy, Russia M4.4 55 km
Feb 10, 1999 22 km ESE of Listvyanka, Russia M4.4 35 km
Mar 6, 1999 12 km NNW of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M4.4 41 km
Feb 25, 1999 15 km N of Tankhoy, Russia M4.4 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tunkin Depression (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tunkin Depression Volcanic field 1,200 m (3,937 ft) Unknown 162 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 2°F (-17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 5°F (-15°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 17°F (-8°C) 0.3 in
April 33°F (0°C) 0.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
October 35°F (1°C) 0.8 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
December 10°F (-12°C) 0.4 in

Bol’shaya Rechka has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 2°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Bol’shaya Rechka

Institution Type Founded Website
Байкальская астрофизическая обсерватория University

Radio Stations near Bol’shaya Rechka

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
MCM MP3 128 kbps
rock.irk.ru :: main-mix acoustic, bard AAC 35 kbps
AIST TV AAC,H.264 3520 kbps

Museums in Bol’shaya Rechka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Baikal Museum
Retro Park
Выставка-экспозиция КБЖД
Иркутский архитектурно-этнографический музей «Тальцы»
Лукоморье
Музей Кумир
Музей Самоцветов
Тальцинский звон

Farmers Markets in Bol’shaya Rechka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gift Bazaar
Рыбный рынок

Hotels in Bol’shaya Rechka

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ангара
Байкальские сезоны
Белый ключ
Парк-отель Бурдугуз

Cafes in Bol’shaya Rechka

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Жили-были
Трактир

Castles in Bol’shaya Rechka

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Илимский острог

Train Stations in Bol’shaya Rechka

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Уланово

Gas Stations in Bol’shaya Rechka

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Роснефть

Airports Near Bol’shaya Rechka

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Irkutsk International AirportIKTLarge Airport
Irkutsk Northwest AirportMedium Airport
Oyok AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bol’shaya Rechka

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Казанская церковь Илимского острога
Обоо

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 Bol’shaya Rechka

What is the population of Bol’shaya Rechka?

Bol’shaya Rechka has a population of 2,600 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 536.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bol’shaya Rechka?

Bol’shaya Rechka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

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