Gay, Russia
Orenburg Oblast · Russia
Gay is a mid-size city in Orenburg Oblast, Russia with a population of 32,105. Elevation: 1,240 ft (378 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°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 Gay
Gay, or Gai is a town in Orenburg Oblast, Russia, located 230 kilometers (140 mi) east of Orenburg, the administrative center of the oblast and close to the border with Kazakhstan. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 38,301.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,105 |
| Population Density | 1,338 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,240 ft (378 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.4727°, 58.4516° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yekaterinburg |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Orenburg Oblast |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.6 inches (346 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Gay
Gay is a mid-size city in Russia (Orenburg Oblast) with a population of 32,105. The city sits at an elevation of 1,240 feet (378 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 6°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yekaterinburg.
Climate in Gay
Gay has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-15°C). Average annual precipitation is 400 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.1°F |
| 29% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,240 ft (378 m) |
| Area | 24.0 sq mi (62.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,338/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.4727°N, 58.4516°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Yekaterinburg |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°F (-15°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 1.0 in |
Gay has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 6°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and February the driest (0.8").
Schools in Gay
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Детская спортвная школа №1,№2 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №8 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №10 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №3 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №7 | - | - | - | - |
| Гимназия №5 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №4 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №6 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gay
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Орский краеведческий музей |
Libraries in Gay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека-филиал №6, юношеская | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная библиотека им. Горького | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Авторынок | |||||
| ОЗТП | |||||
| рынок Автозапчастей | |||||
| Центральный рынок |
Hotels in Gay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gay
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gay
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gay
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gay
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gay
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gay
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Orsk Airport | OSW | Medium Airport |
| Gudron Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sokol Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gay
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Гай 462631 | |
| Гай 462633 | |
| Калиновка 462624 | |
| СДЭК |
Treatment Centers in Gay
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Поликлиника | ||
| Станция переливания крови |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Кафедральный собор Иоанна Кронштадского |
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gay
What is the population of Gay?
Gay has a population of 32,105 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,338 people per square mile, spread across 24.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gay?
Gay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.6 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.
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