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Chontaul, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Chontaul is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 8,241. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,241 Population 527/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
14.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Chontaul

Chontaul

Chontaul is a rural locality in Kizilyurtovsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 7,023 as of 2010. There are 63 streets.

People

Population8,241
Density527/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population8,241
Population Density527 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates43.3048°, 46.8597°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (369 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)

About Chontaul

Chontaul is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 8,241. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Chontaul experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below Russia avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.5 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates43.3048°N, 46.8597°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.5"
62% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.57"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

147 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 17 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 148 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 11 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 126 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 107 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 62 km
Nov 15, 2001 6 km NE of Uchkent, Russia M4.8 28 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 17 km
Apr 16, 2013 2 km NW of Utamysh, Russia M4.8 121 km
Jul 23, 1990 14 km WNW of Ansalta, Russia M4.8 99 km
Jun 30, 2007 40 km ENE of Izberbash, Russia M4.8 131 km
Jun 2, 2014 3 km NW of Kalinovskaya, Russia M4.8 115 km
May 13, 2016 12 km SSW of Zandak, Russia M4.8 54 km
Jul 28, 2021 15 km W of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.7 67 km
Apr 10, 1994 5 km NW of Tsentoroy, Russia M4.7 62 km
Sep 24, 2000 9 km NE of Levashi, Russia M4.6 102 km
Dec 2, 2000 2 km E of Levashi, Russia M4.6 105 km
Mar 31, 2013 2 km SSE of Untsukul’, Russia M4.6 68 km
Feb 18, 2001 1 km SW of Gimry, Russia M4.6 62 km
Apr 27, 2014 12 km E of Duba-Yurt, Russia M4.6 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1970 CASPIAN SEA Earthquake - 31 26 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
May 62°F (16°C) 1.5 in
June 71°F (21°C) 1.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
August 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Wettest
October 53°F (12°C) 1.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.1 in

Chontaul has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 31°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.8").

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Libraries in Chontaul

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
МКУЦБС0.0
МКУЦБС0.0
МКУЦБС0.0

Farmers Markets in Chontaul

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Центральный рынок

Gas Stations in Chontaul

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #770060045

Stadiums & Teams in Chontaul

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Airports Near Chontaul

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khunzakh Alart Airport-Small Airport
Makhachkala-1 Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chontaul

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
МЕЧЕТЬ

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

🇷🇺 About Russia

Capital Moscow
Population 144,478,050
Area 17,100,000 km²
GDP (USD) $2,071,505,725,031
GDP per capita $14,159
HDI 0.822
Life expectancy 73.3 years
Internet users 92.3%
Urban population 75.0%
Currency RUB (Ruble)
Languages Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .ru
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Russia

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Новый год
Jan 2 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 3 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 4 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 5 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 6 New Year holiday Новогодние каникулы
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Рождество Христово
Feb 23 Defender of the Fatherland Day День защитника Отечества
Mar 8 International Women's Day Международный женский день
May 1 Labour Day День труда
May 9 Victory Day День Победы
Jun 12 Russia Day День России
Nov 4 Unity Day День народного единства

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chontaul

What is the population of Chontaul?

Chontaul has a population of 8,241 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 527 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chontaul?

Chontaul has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

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