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Chayek, Kyrgyzstan

Naryn Region · Kyrgyzstan

Chayek is a small town in Naryn Region, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 3,762. Elevation: 5,423 ft (1,653 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,762 Population 2/sq mi density
5,423 ft Elevation 1,653 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
13.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone

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About Chayek

Chaek is a village in Naryn Region of Kyrgyzstan on the A361 highway which crosses the north of the region. Its population was 3,762 in 2021. It is the center of the Jumgal District. It is about 100km west of Kochkor and 45km west of Lake Song-Köl. It is the largest of several villages in an agricultural valley. Further west the scenery becomes more dramatic.

People

Population3,762
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain13.8 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation5,423 ft (1,653 m)
Population3,762
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation5,423 ft (1,653 m)
Coordinates41.9277°, 74.5170°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceNaryn Region
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation13.8 inches (350 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)

About Chayek

Chayek is a small town in Kyrgyzstan (Naryn Region) with a population of 3,762. The city sits at an elevation of 5,423 feet (1,653 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 4°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.

Chayek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 311 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 13.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,423 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.1°F
31% below Kyrgyzstan avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,423 ft (1,653 m)
Area2,177.5 sq mi (5,639.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates41.9277°N, 74.5170°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.8"
64% below Kyrgyzstan avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (May) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

156 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 29, 2025.

Aug 19, 1992 60 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M7.3 81 km
Aug 19, 1992 35 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.6 108 km
Aug 19, 1992 37 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.3 105 km
Aug 19, 1992 55 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.1 83 km
Jan 9, 1997 Kyrgyzstan M5.8 102 km
May 29, 1998 12 km W of At-Bashi, Kyrgyzstan M5.3 127 km
Aug 19, 1992 56 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 89 km
Jun 14, 1996 48 km SSW of Merke, Kazakhstan M5.2 145 km
Feb 5, 2012 90 km WNW of At-Bashi, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 59 km
Dec 1, 1990 23 km ENE of Uzgen, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 144 km
Aug 19, 1992 50 km NNE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 111 km
Mar 2, 2010 Kyrgyzstan M5.1 110 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 117 km
Aug 19, 1992 52 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 80 km
Aug 19, 1992 50 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 83 km
Dec 3, 1990 34 km E of Uzgen, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 148 km
Jun 6, 2007 Kyrgyzstan M5.0 106 km
Jan 22, 2015 59 km S of Kant, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 60 km
Jan 16, 2004 34 km S of Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 96 km
Aug 19, 1992 21 km E of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 9°F (-13°C) 0.7 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in

Chayek has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 4°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Chayek

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
school by name of Midin Alybaev - - - -
T. Tursunbaeva School - - - -
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Museums in Chayek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Исторический музей

Libraries in Chayek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Районное библтотека0.0

Restaurants in Chayek

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Алтын Казына
Афина
Сандык

Cafes in Chayek

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Даам
Кафе
Рада
У-Ман+
Уман
Элина

Cinemas in Chayek

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Song Kul Cinema

Clinics in Chayek

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

детская поликлиника

Bus Stations in Chayek

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Бекет

Gas Stations in Chayek

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gazpromneft
KG #4398297061
KG #5189904292

Banks in Chayek

11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Айыл Банк
АктанАзиз
Банк Компаньон
Банкомат РСК
Компаньон
Кредитный союз Аманат-Жумгал
Кредитный союз Жумгал Сезим
Кредитный союзАк-Жол Жумгал
Кредитный сюоз Жумгал Кенч
РСК банк
Финка, Finca

Ski Resorts Near Chayek

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Эдельвейс 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chayek

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kazarman Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Bishkek
Elevation
1,682 m (5,519 ft)

🇰🇬 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 Chayek

What is the population of Chayek?

Chayek has a population of 3,762 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,177.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chayek?

Chayek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.8 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

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