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Karakol, Kyrgyzstan
Issyk-Kul · Kyrgyzstan
Karakol is a mid-size city in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 84,351. Elevation: 5,807 ft (1,770 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
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About Karakol
Karakol, formerly Przhevalsk, is the fourth-largest city in Kyrgyzstan, near the eastern tip of Issyk-Kul, about 150 kilometres (93 mi) from the Kyrgyzstan–China border and 380 kilometres (240 mi) from the capital Bishkek. It is the administrative capital of Issyk-Kul Region. Its area is 44 square kilometres (17 sq mi), and its resident population was 84,351 in 2021. To the north, on highway A363, is Tüp, and to the southwest Jeti-Ögüz resort.
People
Climate
| Population | 84,351 |
| Population Density | 4,547 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,807 ft (1,770 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.4905°, 78.3920° |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek |
| Country | 🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan |
| State / Province | Issyk-Kul |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.1 inches (485 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.9 inches (10 cm) |
About Karakol
Karakol is a mid-size city in Kyrgyzstan (Issyk-Kul) with a population of 84,351. The city sits at an elevation of 5,807 feet (1,770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.
Climate in Karakol
Karakol has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (18°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 431 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below Kyrgyzstan avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,807 ft (1,770 m) |
| Area | 18.6 sq mi (48.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4905°N, 78.3920°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.8 in |
Karakol has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 13°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Karakol
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tourism | University | — | — |
| Исык-Кульский государственный университет им. К. Тыныстанова | University | — | Visit → |
| Исык-Кульский Медико-стоматологический колледж | College | — | — |
Schools in Karakol
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа ? | — | — | — | — |
| Issyk-Kul Kyrgyz-Turkish High School | — | — | — | — |
| Гимназия #11 | — | — | — | — |
| English school | — | — | — | — |
| Be SMART Linguistic School | — | — | — | — |
| BE School | — | — | — | — |
| Т.Сатылганов атындагы лицей | — | — | — | — |
| Троицкая школа | — | — | — | — |
| Школа-гимназия № 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Нариманова | — | — | — | — |
| Т. Искаков атындагы орто мектеби | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Karakol
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Karakol
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karakol historical regional study museum | ||||
| Nikolay Przhevalsky museum | ||||
| Old mill | ||||
| Old mill | ||||
| Дом-музей Кусеина Карасаева |
Libraries in Karakol
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Красный Дом" библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Областная библиотека им. Т. Сыдыкбекова | 0.0 | |||||
| Сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Читальный зал им. Горького | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Karakol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal bazar | |||||
| Animal Market | |||||
| Animal market on late Saturday night to Sundays morning | |||||
| Bazar | |||||
| Big Bazaar | |||||
| Main Bazaar | |||||
| Sunday Animal Market Karakol | |||||
| Бугу |
Hotels in Karakol
31 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Karakol
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karakol
43 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Karakol
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Karakol
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Karakol
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Karakol
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Karakol
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karakol
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Karakol
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Karakol
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Karakol
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karakol
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karakol
23 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Karakol
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Karakol
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski resort "Karakol" | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Karakol
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karakol International Airport | IKG | Medium Airport |
| Chilik Southeast Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Karakol
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| post office Karakol | |
| Кыргыз Почта | |
| Почтовое отделение № 3 | |
| Почтовое отделение № 4 | |
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karakol
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dungan Mosque | |
| Holy Trinity Cathedral | |
| Yrdyk Dungan Mosque | |
| Мечит | |
| Мечит |
Quick Facts
Around Karakol
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Karakol
2 places within 15 km
- • Hot spring baths
- • View on the valley
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What is the population of Karakol?
Karakol has a population of 84,351 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 4,547 people per square mile, spread across 18.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karakol?
Karakol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.