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Chirkey, Russia
Dagestan · Russia
Chirkey is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 7,959. Elevation: 1,250 ft (381 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 7,959 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9613°, 46.9787° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Dagestan |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.8 inches (451 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Chirkey
Chirkey is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 7,959. The city sits at an elevation of 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Chirkey
Chirkey has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 472 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Area | 308.1 sq mi (797.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9613°N, 46.9787°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 31 | 29 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 0.8 in |
Chirkey has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 29°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.5") and January the driest (0.7").
Museums in Chirkey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Историко-краеведческий музей | ||||
| Краеведческий музей | ||||
| Мемориальный комплекс "Ахульго" |
Libraries in Chirkey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Исламская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| МКУЦБС | 0.0 | |||||
| МКУЦБС | 0.0 | |||||
| Филиал #1 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chirkey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Центральный рынок |
Gas Stations in Chirkey
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chirkey
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chirkey
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chirkey
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | Large Airport |
| Khunzakh Alart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makhachkala-1 Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chirkey
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Строящаяся мечеть |
Quick Facts
🇷🇺 About Russia
Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chirkey?
Chirkey has a population of 7,959 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 308.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chirkey?
Chirkey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.8 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.