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Chiganak, Kazakhstan

Zhambyl · Kazakhstan

Chiganak is a small town in Zhambyl, Kazakhstan with a population of 2,405. Elevation: 712 ft (217 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2,405 Population 5/sq mi density
712 ft Elevation 217 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
5.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Almaty Timezone

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About Chiganak

Chiganak

Shyganak is a village in Sarysu District, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan. It is the administrative center of the Kamkala rural district.. Population: 436 ; 902.

People

Population2,405
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain5.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Population2,405
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Coordinates44.8306°, 70.0019°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceZhambyl
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation5.8 inches (146 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Chiganak

Chiganak is a small town in Kazakhstan (Zhambyl) with a population of 2,405. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet (217 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.

Chiganak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 326 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 5.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below Kazakhstan avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation712 ft (217 m)
Area520.6 sq mi (1,348.3 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates44.8306°N, 70.0019°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.8"
85% below Kazakhstan avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 0.94"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 10, 2011.

Jan 10, 2011 57 km ENE of Zhangatas, Kazakhstan M4.2 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 0.5 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
April 53°F (12°C) 0.9 in Wettest
May 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
November 37°F (3°C) 0.6 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in

Chiganak has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 18°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Almaty
Postal Code
080714

🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan

Capital Nur-Sultan
Population 18,276,499
Area 2,717,300 km²
GDP (USD) $261,840,101,060
GDP per capita $12,879
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 92.9%
Urban population 61.8%
Currency KZT (Tenge)
Languages Kazakh, Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .kz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Kazakhstan

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Jan 2 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Mar 8 International Women's Day Халықаралық әйелдер күні
Mar 21 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 22 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 23 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
May 1 Kazakhstan People's Unity Day Қазақстан халқының
May 7 Defender of the Fatherland Day Отан Қорғаушы күні
May 9 Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day Жеңіс күні
Jul 6 Capital City Day Астана күні
Aug 30 Constitution Day Конституция күні
Oct 25 Republic Day Республика күні
Dec 16 Independence Day Тәуелсіздік күні

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What is the population of Chiganak?

Chiganak has a population of 2,405 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 520.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chiganak?

Chiganak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.8 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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