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Kara-Balta, Kyrgyzstan
Chuy Region · Kyrgyzstan
Kara-Balta is a mid-size city in Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 48,278. Elevation: 2,589 ft (789 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Kara-Balta
Kara-Balta is a city and municipality on the Kara-Balta River, in Chüy Region, in northern Kyrgyzstan, the capital of Jayyl District. Its population was 48,278 in 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,278 |
| Population Density | 3,897 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,589 ft (789 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8142°, 73.8481° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek |
| Country | 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan |
| State / Province | Chuy Region |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.2 inches (412 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.1 inches (13 cm) |
About Kara-Balta
Kara-Balta is a mid-size city in Kyrgyzstan (Chuy Region) with a population of 48,278. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet (789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.
Climate in Kara-Balta
Kara-Balta 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 426 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below Kyrgyzstan avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,589 ft (789 m) |
| Area | 12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,897/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8142°N, 73.8481°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in |
Kara-Balta has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 21°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Kara-Balta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kırgız tehnikalık universiteti | University | — | — |
| Чуйский Университет | University | — | — |
Schools in Kara-Balta
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Срдняя школа №3 | — | — | — | — |
| Среднее школа № 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Жайыл САПАТ | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя школа № 8 | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя школа № 2 | — | — | — | — |
| №11 orto mektep | — | — | — | — |
| СШ №9 им.Д.Шопокова | — | — | — | — |
| СШ-гимназия N-6 | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя школа №5 | — | — | — | — |
| Наристе | — | — | — | — |
| Срдняя школа №1 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ-гимназия №6 | — | — | — | — |
| СШ-гимназия №10 им. А.С.Макаренко | — | — | — | — |
| Музыкальная школа 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Техникум Экономики и Права | — | — | — | — |
| Средняя Школа № 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Bilimkana Kara-Balta | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kara-Balta
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kara-Balta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Жайыл баатыра | ||||
| Жайыл баатыра | ||||
| Музей Алыкула Осмонова | ||||
| Музей боевой трудовой славы |
Libraries in Kara-Balta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека им. М.Ю.Лермонтова | 0.0 | |||||
| Районная библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kara-Balta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Барахолка | |||||
| Береке | |||||
| Воскресенский рынок | |||||
| Нижний рынок Береке | |||||
| Продукты, овощи и фрукты | |||||
| Рынок | |||||
| Рынок | |||||
| Рынок Береке | |||||
| Рынок сена | |||||
| Скотный рынок | |||||
| Скотный рынок | |||||
| Хозяйственные товары |
Hotels in Kara-Balta
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kara-Balta
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kara-Balta
35 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kara-Balta
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Kara-Balta
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kara-Balta
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kara-Balta
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kara-Balta
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kara-Balta
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kara-Balta
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kara-Balta
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kara-Balta
16 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kara-Balta
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kara-Balta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kara-Balta
7 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski base Too Ashuu | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Эдельвейс | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kashka Suu ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kashkulak ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Polytech ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Политехник | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ak Tash ski base | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kara-Balta
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Manas International Airport | BSZ | Large Airport |
| Baytik Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chat-Kol Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kara-Balta
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CDEK |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kara-Balta
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Корейская церковь | |
| Свидетели Иеговы |
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What is the population of Kara-Balta?
Kara-Balta has a population of 48,278 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 3,897 people per square mile, spread across 12.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kara-Balta?
Kara-Balta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.2 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.