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Istok, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · Russia

Istok is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 3,072. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-0°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,072 Population 14/sq mi density
1,486 ft Elevation 453 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -0°C
13.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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People

Population3,072
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Population3,072
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Coordinates52.0953°, 106.2475°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature31°F (-0°C)
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation13.0 inches (331 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)

About Istok

Istok is a small town in Russia (Buryatiya Republic) with a population of 3,072. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet (453 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from -0°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Climate in Istok

Istok has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 372 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 50.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.0
Istok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 312 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 13.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average31.4°F
42% below Russia avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area223.2 sq mi (578.0 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates52.0953°N, 106.2475°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.0"
66% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.3 on May 12, 2024.

Feb 25, 1999 13 km N of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M5.9 110 km
Oct 10, 2001 41 km SSE of Yelantsy, Russia M5.2 54 km
Jun 8, 2022 Lake Baykal region, Russia M5.2 39 km
Feb 25, 1999 17 km NNW of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M5.1 115 km
Feb 26, 1999 17 km NW of Tankhoy, Russia M5.0 102 km
May 31, 2000 18 km SSE of Listvyanka, Russia M5.0 101 km
Jul 13, 1993 22 km NE of Istok, Russia M4.8 22 km
May 12, 1991 22 km ENE of Tankhoy, Russia M4.8 76 km
Feb 27, 1999 10 km NE of Tankhoy, Russia M4.7 87 km
Feb 25, 1999 18 km N of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M4.7 109 km
Jul 28, 2002 30 km W of Turka, Russia M4.7 142 km
Nov 3, 2017 47 km N of Turuntayevo, Russia M4.6 111 km
Feb 10, 1999 18 km SSE of Listvyanka, Russia M4.6 99 km
Jan 12, 2012 21 km E of Babushkin, Russia M4.5 39 km
Oct 14, 2011 47 km N of Turuntayevo, Russia M4.5 109 km
Sep 30, 1998 51 km S of Khuzhir, Russia M4.5 98 km
Feb 3, 2016 Lake Baykal region, Russia M4.5 127 km
Feb 10, 1999 14 km NNW of Tankhoy, Russia M4.5 94 km
Sep 5, 2015 22 km W of Istok, Russia M4.5 23 km
Mar 6, 1999 12 km NNW of Rechka-Vydrino, Russia M4.4 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -0°F (-18°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 2°F (-17°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 16°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
October 34°F (1°C) 0.6 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.5 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 0.5 in

Istok has a seasonal temperature swing of 61°F / from -0°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.2").

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Irkutsk

🇷🇺 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 Istok

What is the population of Istok?

Istok has a population of 3,072 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 223.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Istok?

Istok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

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