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Burkhun, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · Russia

Burkhun is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 800. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-1°C).

Data updated June 2026

800 Population 16/sq mi density
1,421 ft Elevation 433 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -1°C
15.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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People

Population800
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-1°C)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Population800
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Coordinates54.8250°, 100.8227°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature31°F (-1°C)
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation15.8 inches (400 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)

About Burkhun

Burkhun is a small town in Russia (Irkutsk Oblast) with a population of 800. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from -4°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Climate in Burkhun

Burkhun has an average annual temperature of 0.4°C (33°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 426 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -19.3°C / -3°F -24° / -14.6° 11.7
Feb -14.9°C / 5°F -20.8° / -9° 9.0
Mar -7°C / 19°F -13.1° / -0.8° 9.4
Apr 2.6°C / 37°F -3.3° / 8.6° 16.5
May 9.9°C / 50°F 2.7° / 17.1° 33.7
Jun 16°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.9° 71.1
Jul 18.4°C / 65°F 12.2° / 24.7° 81.5
Aug 16°C / 61°F 9.9° / 22° 83.2
Sep 8.8°C / 48°F 3.1° / 14.4° 51.3
Oct 0.9°C / 34°F -4.1° / 5.9° 23.1
Nov -9.8°C / 14°F -14.2° / -5.3° 18.3
Dec -17°C / 1°F -21.4° / -12.7° 16.8
Burkhun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winters average -4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 67°F. The area gets 307 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 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.

Temperature

-4°F Jan (-20°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average30.7°F
43% below Russia avg
January Average-4°F (-20°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area51.7 sq mi (134.0 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates54.8250°N, 100.8227°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
59% below Russia avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Feb 26, 1996.

Feb 26, 1996 103 km N of Ust’-Uda, Russia M4.2 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -4°F (-20°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 2°F (-17°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.3 in
April 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
September 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
October 31°F (-0°C) 0.9 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 0.7 in
December 1°F (-17°C) 0.6 in

Burkhun has a seasonal temperature swing of 68°F / from -4°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Burkhun

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МОУ "Бурхунская СОШ"
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Libraries in Burkhun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

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 Burkhun

What is the population of Burkhun?

Burkhun has a population of 800 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 51.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Burkhun?

Burkhun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

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