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Chara, Russia

Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray · Russia

Chara is a small town in Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray, Russia with a population of 1,974. Elevation: 2,339 ft (713 m). Average temperature: 19°F (-7°C).

1,974 Population 511/sq mi density
2,339 ft Elevation 713 meters
19°F Avg Temperature -7°C
14.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Chita Timezone

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People

Population1,974
Density511/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp19°F (-7°C)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Population1,974
Population Density511 / sq mi
Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Coordinates56.9033°, 118.2590°
TimezoneAsia/Chita
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceZabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray
Average Temperature19°F (-7°C)
January Average-27°F (-33°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation14.7 inches (372 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)

About Chara

Chara is a small town in Russia (Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray) with a population of 1,974. 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -31°C / -24°F -37.3° / -24.8° 3.4
Feb -25.5°C / -14°F -34.5° / -16.5° 2.3
Mar -16.4°C / 2°F -26.2° / -6.7° 2.2
Apr -3.6°C / 26°F -10.6° / 3.4° 14.2
May 5.9°C / 43°F -0.6° / 12.4° 41.9
Jun 14.1°C / 57°F 6.7° / 21.5° 66.1
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 10° / 23.7° 86.0
Aug 14°C / 57°F 7.1° / 21° 82.3
Sep 6°C / 43°F -0.2° / 12.1° 53.1
Oct -5.2°C / 23°F -11.2° / 0.7° 15.5
Nov -20.4°C / -5°F -26.6° / -14.2° 7.9
Dec -30.6°C / -23°F -35.8° / -25.3° 4.2
Chara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 19°F (-7°C). Winters average -27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 88°F. The area gets 309 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 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,339 feet.

Temperature

-27°F Jan (-33°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average18.8°F
65% below Russia avg
January Average-27°F (-33°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,339 ft (713 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates56.9033°N, 118.2590°W
TimezoneAsia/Chita

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"
61% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.7 on May 18, 2025.

Aug 21, 1994 25 km WSW of Novaya Chara, Russia M6.0 27 km
Apr 26, 1994 28 km WSW of Novaya Chara, Russia M5.4 31 km
Sep 8, 1999 128 km ENE of Chara, Russia M5.1 129 km
Sep 28, 2019 129 km ESE of Novaya Chara, Russia M5.1 136 km
Jan 2, 2005 36 km SW of Novaya Chara, Russia M5.1 42 km
Aug 15, 2021 50 km SW of Novaya Chara, Russia M5.0 57 km
Apr 3, 2017 73 km S of Novaya Chara, Russia M5.0 83 km
Feb 25, 1999 24 km N of Kuanda, Russia M4.8 138 km
May 24, 2024 63 km WSW of Novaya Chara, Russia M4.8 64 km
Jan 20, 1999 145 km ENE of Chara, Russia M4.8 145 km
Jun 28, 2004 32 km SSW of Novaya Chara, Russia M4.8 41 km
Oct 24, 1997 94 km ENE of Chara, Russia M4.7 95 km
Oct 24, 1997 119 km ENE of Chara, Russia M4.7 120 km
Dec 6, 1995 56 km NNE of Chara, Russia M4.7 57 km
Feb 17, 2002 147 km ENE of Chara, Russia M4.7 148 km
Sep 3, 2022 50 km W of Novaya Chara, Russia M4.7 50 km
May 18, 2025 78 km ESE of Kuanda, Russia M4.7 99 km
May 11, 2021 37 km SW of Novaya Chara, Russia M4.6 43 km
Sep 10, 2016 20 km NNW of Chara, Russia M4.6 20 km
Sep 8, 1999 122 km ENE of Chara, Russia M4.6 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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").

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Museums in Chara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Каларский историко-краеведческий музей

Train Stations in Chara

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Кемен

Gas Stations in Chara

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #1455199253

Banks in Chara

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Сбербанк

Airports Near Chara

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chara AirportCZRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chara

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Марии Магдалины

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Chita

🇷🇺 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 Chara

What is the population of Chara?

Chara has a population of 1,974 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 511 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. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

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