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Gunib, Russia
Dagestan · Russia
Gunib is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 2,576. Elevation: 3,143 ft (958 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gunib
Gunib, also spelled Ghunib, is a rural locality and the administrative center of Ghunib District of the Republic of Daghestan. Population: 2,406 (2002 census); 2,405 (1989 Soviet census). After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the population of Gunib went into decline. Only in 2014 did it reach its Soviet-era population again.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,576 |
| Population Density | 7,577 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,143 ft (958 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.3869°, 46.9610° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Dagestan |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.1 inches (537 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
About Gunib
Gunib is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 2,576. The city sits at an elevation of 3,143 feet (958 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,143 ft (958 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,577/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3869°N, 46.9610°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 31 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.6 in |
Gunib has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Gunib
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Маалинская СОШ | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | - | - | - |
| 1а | - | - | - | - |
| МКОУ "Ругуджинская СОШ" | - | - | - | - |
| Новая школа | - | - | - | - |
| 14 | - | - | - | - |
| 15 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа интернат | - | - | - | - |
| 16"а" | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Gunib
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethno Saklya | ||||
| Боевой и трудовой славы | ||||
| Гунибский краеведческий музей | ||||
| Дом культуры с. Чох | ||||
| Музей бабушки Патимат | ||||
| Музей имени Гамзата Цадаса | ||||
| Национальный музей им.Тахо Годи | ||||
| Палеонтологическо-краеведческий музей Омарова Исы Исаевича | ||||
| Хунзахская крепость |
Libraries in Gunib
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Гунибская районная детская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Гунибская центральная районная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Кубинская сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Сельская библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gunib
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| продуктовый рынок по вторникам |
Hotels in Gunib
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gunib
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gunib
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gunib
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gunib
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gunib
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gunib
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | Large Airport |
| Balakan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khunzakh Alart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lagodekhi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Makhachkala-1 Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Gunib
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Реабилитационный центр |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gunib
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 75 | |
| Мечеть 145 | |
| Мечеть имени Имама Шамиля |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gunib
What is the population of Gunib?
Gunib has a population of 2,576 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 7,577 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gunib?
Gunib has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.