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Chkhorotsqu, Georgia

Samegrelo and Zemo Svaneti · Georgia

Chkhorotsqu is a small town in Samegrelo and Zemo Svaneti, Georgia with a population of 2,372. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

2,372 Population 6/sq mi density
505 ft Elevation 154 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
72.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tbilisi Timezone

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About Chkhorotsqu

Chkhorotsqu

Chkhorotsqu or Chkhorotsku is a townlet in western Georgia, located in the region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti and functioning as the administrative center of the homonymous district. Its population was 3,141 as of 2014.

People

Population2,372
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain72.6 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Population2,372
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Coordinates42.5195°, 42.1273°
TimezoneAsia/Tbilisi
Country🇬🇪 Georgia
State / ProvinceSamegrelo and Zemo Svaneti
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation72.6 inches (1,844 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chkhorotsqu

Chkhorotsqu is a small town in Georgia (Samegrelo and Zemo Svaneti) with a population of 2,372. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tbilisi.

Climate in Chkhorotsqu

Chkhorotsqu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1803 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 137.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 165.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 98.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 158.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 181.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 198.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 149.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 146.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 149.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 150.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 137.0
Chkhorotsqu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above Georgia avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area416.1 sq mi (1,077.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates42.5195°N, 42.1273°W
TimezoneAsia/Tbilisi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.6"
91% above Georgia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.97"
Driest Month (May) 4.92"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 22, 2024.

Apr 29, 1991 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia M7.0 127 km
Apr 29, 1991 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia M6.1 145 km
Sep 7, 2009 8 km N of Oni, Georgia M6.0 109 km
Dec 23, 2012 45 km SW of Och’amch’ire, Georgia M5.7 87 km
May 3, 1991 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia M5.6 93 km
Apr 29, 1991 24 km NW of Java, Georgia M5.5 134 km
Apr 29, 1991 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M5.4 99 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M5.4 148 km
Feb 6, 2006 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia M5.3 115 km
Jan 19, 2011 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia M5.2 76 km
May 3, 1991 16 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia M5.2 94 km
Dec 25, 2012 50 km SSW of Dranda, Georgia M5.2 95 km
Mar 26, 2013 42 km N of Tqvarch'eli, Georgia M5.1 87 km
May 28, 2013 41 km WSW of Uchkulan, Russia M5.1 90 km
Feb 22, 1993 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia M5.0 142 km
May 15, 1991 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M4.9 100 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M4.9 139 km
Jun 3, 2024 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia M4.9 113 km
Apr 29, 1991 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia M4.9 144 km
Apr 30, 1991 4 km ENE of Oni, Georgia M4.8 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Elbrus Stratovolcano 5,642 m (18,510 ft) 50 96 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 169 km
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 5.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in Driest
June 67°F (19°C) 6.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.8 in
August 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 6.3 in
November 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 7.0 in Wettest

Chkhorotsqu has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 39°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.0") and May the driest (4.9").

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Schools in Chkhorotsqu

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Garakha Public School
Chkhorotsku Public School #1
Chkhorotsku Public School #2
Nakiani Public School
I Tchoga Public School
II Tchoga Public School
Khabume Public School
Jumiti Public School
Khantski Public School
Letsurtsume Public School
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Radio Stations near Chkhorotsqu

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Tbilisi FM 93,5 news, talk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Chkhorotsqu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lasha Gakharia House Museum
Nokalakevi Archeological Museum
Terenti Graneli House-Museum

Libraries in Chkhorotsqu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leo Kiacheli Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Restaurants in Chkhorotsqu

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barja

Castles in Chkhorotsqu

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ნოღას ციხე-სიმაგრე

Dentists in Chkhorotsqu

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GE #1185733298

Bus Stations in Chkhorotsqu

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

დოშაყე

Gas Stations in Chkhorotsqu

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chkhoroili
GE #1185724546
GE #1185730243
GE #1185730389

Banks in Chkhorotsqu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liberty

Airports Near Chkhorotsqu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
David the Builder Kutaisi International AirportKUTLarge Airport
Ozurgeti Air BaseMedium Airport
Senaki Air BaseMedium Airport
Kobuleti AirfieldSmall Airport
Mestia Queen Tamar AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chkhorotsqu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ახუთის მაცხოვრის ეკლესია
დოშაყეს იოანე ნათლისმცემლის ეკლესია
ნაკიანის ეკლესია

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tbilisi
Area
619.4 km² (239.1 mi²)
Website
chkhorotsku.gov.ge/

🇬🇪 About Georgia

Capital Tbilisi
Population 3,704,500
Area 69,700 km²
GDP (USD) $30,777,833,601
GDP per capita $8,284
HDI 0.814
Life expectancy 74.5 years
Internet users 81.9%
Urban population 60.8%
Currency GEL (Lari)
Languages Georgian
Calling code +995
TLD .ge
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Georgia

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day ახალი წელი
Jan 2 New Year's Day ახალი წელი
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) ქრისტეშობა
Jan 19 Epiphany (Orthodox) ნათლისღება
Mar 3 Mother's Day დედის დღე
Mar 8 International Women's Day ქალთა საერთაშორისო დღე
Apr 9 National Unity Day ეროვნული ერთიანობის დღე
Apr 10 Good Friday ძველი პარასკევი
Apr 11 Holy Saturday დიდი შაბათი
Apr 12 Easter Sunday აღდგომის კვირა
Apr 13 Easter Monday აღდგომის ორშაბათი
May 9 Day of Victory over Fascism ფაშიზმზე გამარჯვების დღე
May 12 Saint Andrew the First-Called Day წმინდა მოციქულის ანდრია პირველწოდებულის საქართველოში შემოსვლის დღე
May 26 Independence Day დამოუკიდებლობის დღე
Aug 28 Saint Mary's Day მარიამობა
Oct 14 Day of Svetitskhoveli Cathedra სვეტიცხოვლობა
Nov 23 Saint George's Day გიორგობა

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chkhorotsqu

What is the population of Chkhorotsqu?

Chkhorotsqu has a population of 2,372 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 416.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chkhorotsqu?

Chkhorotsqu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.

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