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Kayakent, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Kayakent is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 11,805. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

11,805 Population 241/sq mi density
522 ft Elevation 159 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
15.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Kayakent

Kayakent is a rural locality and the administrative centre of Kayakentsky Selsoviet, Kayakentsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 11,144 as of 2010. There are 90 streets.

People

Population11,805
Density241/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Population11,805
Population Density241 / sq mi
Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Coordinates42.3874°, 47.9030°
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 Kayakent

Kayakent is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 11,805. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 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.

Climate in Kayakent

Kayakent has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.5°C), the coldest is Feb (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 484 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.1°C / 41°F -0.6° / 11.4° 16.6
Feb 4.6°C / 40°F -1.9° / 11.8° 22.3
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 1.5° / 13.7° 31.0
Apr 10.9°C / 52°F 5.7° / 17.8° 15.2
May 16°C / 61°F 10.8° / 23.3° 48.0
Jun 22.7°C / 73°F 18° / 28.1° 65.1
Jul 25.3°C / 78°F 20.4° / 29.4° 35.1
Aug 25.5°C / 78°F 21.6° / 29.4° 59.7
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 16.3° / 26.9° 49.8
Oct 16.7°C / 62°F 10.7° / 21.6° 43.9
Nov 11.4°C / 52°F 4.9° / 17.8° 48.6
Dec 7.2°C / 45°F 0.9° / 12.2° 49.1
Kayakent 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 522 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

Elevation522 ft (159 m)
Area49.0 sq mi (126.9 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates42.3874°N, 47.9030°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

178 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 M5.7 122 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 131 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 139 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 29 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 127 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 136 km
Aug 31, 1993 70 km ENE of Xudat, Azerbaijan M5.3 141 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 135 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 133 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 81 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 34 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 140 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 54 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 146 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 140 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 61 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 134 km
Aug 10, 2019 4 km NW of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M4.9 134 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 37 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 122 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 31 109 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

Kayakent 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 Kayakent

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
КСШ №1
КСШ №3
Усемикентская средняя школа
КСШ№2
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Libraries in Kayakent

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Train Stations in Kayakent

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Инчхе

Gas Stations in Kayakent

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #772406778
Астрол

Stadiums & Teams in Kayakent

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kayakent

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Makhachkala-1 AirfieldSmall Airport
Novokayakent AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kayakent

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Центральная 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 Kayakent

What is the population of Kayakent?

Kayakent has a population of 11,805 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kayakent?

Kayakent 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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