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Gerga, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Gerga is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 3,778. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,778 Population 49/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
15.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Gerga

Gerga is a rural locality in Kayakentsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 3,913 as of 2010. There are 49 streets.

People

Population3,778
Density49/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population3,778
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates42.3465°, 47.9633°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation15.4 inches (392 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)

About Gerga

Gerga is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 3,778. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Gerga experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below Russia avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area77.2 sq mi (199.9 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates42.3465°N, 47.9633°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.4"
59% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.01"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 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 M5.7 129 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 132 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 25 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 136 km
Aug 31, 1993 70 km ENE of Xudat, Azerbaijan M5.3 134 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 134 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 133 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 129 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 85 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 28 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 140 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 136 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 140 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 58 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 57 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 143 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 51 km
Aug 10, 2019 4 km NW of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M4.9 136 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 128 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 - 31 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in
April 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.3 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 2.0 in Wettest
October 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
November 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in

Gerga has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 34°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.0") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Gerga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МКОУ "Гаджикутанская ООШ" - - - -
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Museums in Gerga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Музей города

Libraries in Gerga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Городская библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Gerga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Городской рынок

Hotels in Gerga

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adji-Papas resort

Gas Stations in Gerga

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #1402095615

Stadiums & Teams in Gerga

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gerga

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Makhachkala-1 Airfield-Small Airport
Novokayakent Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gerga

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 Gerga

What is the population of Gerga?

Gerga has a population of 3,778 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 77.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gerga?

Gerga has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.

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