Chara, Russia
Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray · Russia
Chara is a small town in Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray, Russia with a population of 1,594. Elevation: 2,339 ft (713 m). Average temperature: 19°F (-7°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,594 |
| Population Density | 413 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,339 ft (713 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.9033°, 118.2590° |
| Timezone | Asia/Chita |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray |
| Average Temperature | 19°F (-7°C) |
| January Average | -27°F (-33°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.7 inches (372 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Chara
Chara is a small town in Russia (Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray) with a population of 1,594. The city sits at an elevation of 2,339 feet (713 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 19°F (-7°C). Temperatures range from -27°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Chita.
Climate in Chara
Chara has an average annual temperature of -6.3°C (21°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-31°C). Average annual precipitation is 379 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 18.8°F |
| 65% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | -27°F (-33°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,339 ft (713 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.9033°N, 118.2590°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Chita |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Udokan Plateau (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Udokan Plateau | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,180 m (7,152 ft) | -220 | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -27°F (-33°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | -18°F (-28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 0°F (-18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | -5°F (-21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | -22°F (-30°C) | 0.2 in |
Chara has a seasonal temperature swing of 88°F / from -27°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.2").
Museums in Chara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Каларский историко-краеведческий музей |
Train Stations in Chara
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chara
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chara
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chara
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chara Airport | CZR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chara
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Церковь Марии Магдалины |
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Waterfalls Near Chara
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Chara.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Водопад озера Угловое | |
| Туксаки (Зайчий) | |
| Экса |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chara
What is the population of Chara?
Chara has a population of 1,594 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 413 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chara?
Chara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 19°F (-7°C). Winter temperatures average -27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.
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