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Gedzhukh, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Gedzhukh is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 6,816. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

6,816 Population 152/sq mi density
279 ft Elevation 85 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
16.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Gedzhukh

Gedzhukh is a rural locality in Derbentsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The Village population was 6,829 as of 2010. The village has an Azerbaijani-majority. There are 41 streets.

People

Population6,816
Density152/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Population6,816
Population Density152 / sq mi
Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Coordinates42.1279°, 48.0647°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation16.3 inches (414 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)

About Gedzhukh

Gedzhukh is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 6,816. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Gedzhukh

Gedzhukh has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.8°C), the coldest is Feb (3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 413 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.4°C / 38°F 1.1° / 5.8° 31.4
Feb 3.2°C / 38°F 0.8° / 5.7° 36.9
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 3.5° / 8.9° 24.5
Apr 11.2°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.5° 19.6
May 17.3°C / 63°F 13.4° / 21.2° 20.9
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 18.6° / 26.7° 16.3
Jul 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.8° 24.4
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.8° 24.7
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 17.6° / 25° 50.9
Oct 15.6°C / 60°F 12.3° / 18.9° 58.8
Nov 9.4°C / 49°F 6.6° / 12.1° 57.9
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.7° / 7.8° 46.3
Gedzhukh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 306 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 16.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below Russia avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area44.9 sq mi (116.2 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates42.1279°N, 48.0647°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.3"
57% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

178 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 124 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 141 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 38 km
Sep 4, 2015 16 km SSE of O?uz, Azerbaijan M5.4 140 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 129 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 110 km
Aug 31, 1993 70 km ENE of Xudat, Azerbaijan M5.3 119 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 125 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 91 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 131 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 5 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 130 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 146 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 82 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 115 km
Feb 5, 2019 23 km NE of Basqal, Azerbaijan M5.0 144 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 61 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 147 km
Aug 10, 2019 4 km NW of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M4.9 132 km
May 18, 2012 3 km NNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M4.9 125 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 31 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 1.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
July 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in
September 65°F (19°C) 2.1 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
December 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in

Gedzhukh has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 33°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Gedzhukh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Naryn-kala Fortress
Дом-музей А. Бестужева-Марлинского
Землянка Петра I
Музей быта древнего Дербента
Музей города
Музей истории мировых культур и религий

Libraries in Gedzhukh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Городская библиотека0.0
Кувигская сельская библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Gedzhukh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Верхний базар
Городской рынок

Cafes in Gedzhukh

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

вкусная шаурма

Gas Stations in Gedzhukh

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Сервис

Stadiums & Teams in Gedzhukh

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gedzhukh

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Akhty AirfieldSmall Airport
Novokayakent AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gedzhukh

1 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 Gedzhukh

What is the population of Gedzhukh?

Gedzhukh has a population of 6,816 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 44.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gedzhukh?

Gedzhukh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.

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