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Cherkessk, Russia
Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic · Russia
Cherkessk is a large city in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic, Russia with a population of 122,395. Elevation: 1,785 ft (544 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 122,395 |
| Population Density | 4,542 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,785 ft (544 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.2238°, 42.0462° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.2 inches (615 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
About Cherkessk
Cherkessk is a large city in Russia (Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic) with a population of 122,395. The city sits at an elevation of 1,785 feet (544 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Cherkessk
Cherkessk has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 708 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,785 ft (544 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (69.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,542/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2238°N, 42.0462°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in |
Cherkessk has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Cherkessk
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Автодорожный колледж | College | — | — |
| Гуманитарно-техническая академия | University | — | Visit → |
| Исламский институт | University | — | — |
| Карачаево-Черкесская государственная технологическая академия | College | — | — |
| Карачаево-Черкесский филиал РГСУ в г. Черкесске | College | — | — |
| Карачаево-Черкесский филиал РГСУ в г. Черкесске | University | — | — |
| Колледж индустрии питания, туризма и сервиса | College | — | Visit → |
| СКГГТА, корпус 1А | University | — | — |
| Технологический колледж | College | — | Visit → |
| филиале РГЭУ (РИНХ) | University | — | — |
| Черкесское педагогическое училище | College | — | — |
Schools in Cherkessk
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа № 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №20 | — | — | — | — |
| Центр дополнительного образования детей | — | — | — | — |
| Коррекционная школа | — | — | — | — |
| Центр образования № 11 | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия № 16 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия №18 | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия №17 (детская) | — | — | — | — |
| школа интернат | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия №9 имени Хапсирокова | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №2 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №10 | — | — | — | — |
| Спортшкола | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия №5 | — | — | — | — |
| Лицей № 15 | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия № 13 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 7 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 8 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Медицинский Колледж | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Спортшкола | — | — | — | — |
| МОСУ | — | — | — | — |
| Спортшкола "Олимпик" | — | — | — | — |
| Школа-интернат | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cherkessk
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cherkessk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Историко-краеведческий музей | ||||
| Карачаево-Черкесский историко-культурный музей-заповедник | ||||
| Республиканский музей |
Farmers Markets in Cherkessk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ВЯЗАНЫЙ РЫНОК | |||||
| Оптовая База ТРАМ | |||||
| Рынок автозапчастей | |||||
| Центральный рынок |
Hotels in Cherkessk
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cherkessk
24 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cherkessk
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cherkessk
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cherkessk
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cherkessk
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cherkessk
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cherkessk
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cherkessk
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cherkessk
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cherkessk
21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cherkessk
18 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cherkessk
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cherkessk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cherkessk
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Otradnaya Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Prigorodnoye Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cherkessk
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Почта России | |
| Почта России | |
| Почтовое отделение | |
| СДЭК | |
| СДЭК | |
| СДЭК | |
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cherkessk
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Георгиевский храм | |
| мечеть | |
| Храм "иконы Божией Матери Целительница" | |
| Церковь "Ассамблея Бога", Черкесск | |
| Церковь Покрова Пресвятой Богородицы | |
| Церковь преподобного Сергия Радонежского Чудотворца |
Quick Facts
Around Cherkessk
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cherkessk
What is the population of Cherkessk?
Cherkessk has a population of 122,395 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4,542 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cherkessk?
Cherkessk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.