Gagarin, Russia
Smolensk Oblast · Russia
Gagarin is a small city in Smolensk Oblast, Russia with a population of 25,374. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Gagarin
Gagarin, known until 1968 as Gzhatsk (Гжатск), is a town and the administrative centre of Gagarinsky District of Smolensk Oblast, Russia, located on the Gzhat River, 240 kilometers (150 mi) northeast of Smolensk, the administrative centre of the oblast. Population: 31,721 (2010 census); 28,789 (2002 census); 28,867 (1989 Soviet census).
People
Climate
| Population | 25,374 |
| Population Density | 4,547 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.5533°, 34.9968° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Smolensk Oblast |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.9 inches (18 cm) |
About Gagarin
Gagarin is a small city in Russia (Smolensk Oblast) with a population of 25,374. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet (190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Gagarin
Gagarin has an average annual temperature of 5°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (-8.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 857 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.5533°N, 34.9968°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in |
Gagarin has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 17°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Gagarin
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Гагаринский педагогический колледж | College | - | , |
Schools in Gagarin
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №3 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа-интернат | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №2 имени Е. В. Камышева | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №4 имени АА Леонова | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №1 имени Ю. А. Гагарина | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gagarin
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gagarin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Дом космонавтов | ||||
| Дом-музей родителей Ю.А. Гагарина | ||||
| Дом-музей семьи Гагариных в селе Клушино | ||||
| Музей первого полёта | ||||
| Музей школьных лет Ю. А. Гагарина | ||||
| Объединенный мемориальный музей Ю.А.Гагарина |
Libraries in Gagarin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Акатовская сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная городская библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gagarin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Продуктовый рынок |
Hotels in Gagarin
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gagarin
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gagarin
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gagarin
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gagarin
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gagarin
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gagarin
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gagarin
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gagarin
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Gagarin
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gagarin
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gagarin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gagarin
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rzhev Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Gagarin Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Orlovka Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vyazma Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Vyazma Zapadny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gagarin
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Отделение почтовой связи Пречистое 215034 | |
| Почта России и Почта банк | |
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gagarin
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Собор Благовещения Пресвятой Богородицы | |
| Церковь Вознесения Господня | |
| Церковь Иконы Божией Матери Всех Скорбящих Радость | |
| Церковь Иконы Божией Матери Казанская | |
| Церковь Иконы Божией Матери Тихвинская | |
| Часовня Усекновения главы Иоанна Предтечи |
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Meteorites Near Gagarin
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Gagarin.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Batyushkovo | 2007 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Gagarin?
Gagarin has a population of 25,374 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4,547 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gagarin?
Gagarin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.
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