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Kemin, Kyrgyzstan

Chuy Region · Kyrgyzstan

Kemin is a small city in Chuy Region, Kyrgyzstan with a population of 10,354. Elevation: 3,684 ft (1,123 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,354 Population 5/sq mi density
3,684 ft Elevation 1,123 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
11.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Bishkek Timezone

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About Kemin

Kemin is a city in northeastern Kyrgyzstan, the administrative headquarters of Kemin District in Chüy Region. Its population was 10,354 in 2021. It is located about 95 km eastward of Bishkek on the left bank of the river Chüy in the Chüy Valley. Kemin was established in 1912. Kemin received city right in 2012.

People

Population10,354
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)
Population10,354
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)
Coordinates42.7861°, 75.6917°
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek
Country🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan
State / ProvinceChuy Region
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation11.6 inches (294 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)

About Kemin

Kemin is a small city in Kyrgyzstan (Chuy Region) with a population of 10,354. The city sits at an elevation of 3,684 feet (1,123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Bishkek.

Climate in Kemin

Kemin 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 441 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 28.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 52.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 75.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 35.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 9.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 50.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 26.4
Kemin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 315 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 11.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,684 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below Kyrgyzstan avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,684 ft (1,123 m)
Area2,204.2 sq mi (5,708.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates42.7861°N, 75.6917°W
TimezoneAsia/Bishkek

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.6"
70% below Kyrgyzstan avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (May) 2.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 19, 2025.

Dec 6, 1999 Kyrgyzstan M5.2 54 km
Mar 2, 2010 Kyrgyzstan M5.1 35 km
Aug 15, 2014 43 km NE of Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 143 km
Jun 6, 2007 Kyrgyzstan M5.0 30 km
Aug 8, 2000 17 km WSW of Kadzhi-Say, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 130 km
Sep 2, 2004 105 km ESE of Khantau, Kazakhstan M4.9 145 km
Jan 16, 2004 34 km S of Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 40 km
Nov 23, 2013 28 km S of Kemin, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 29 km
Apr 9, 2011 91 km SSE of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 107 km
Jan 22, 2015 59 km S of Kant, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 77 km
Mar 15, 2015 20 km S of Almaty, Kazakhstan M4.8 104 km
Jan 21, 2020 54 km WNW of Naryn, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 123 km
Jun 2, 2004 64 km S of Kant, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 83 km
May 3, 1990 22 km NW of Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M4.7 97 km
Mar 4, 2024 25 km NW of Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan M4.7 99 km
May 14, 1996 75 km WNW of At-Bashi, Kyrgyzstan M4.6 149 km
Jun 24, 2005 31 km S of Talghar, Kazakhstan M4.6 128 km
Apr 21, 2017 30 km SSW of Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan M4.5 49 km
Nov 4, 1995 75 km SSW of Tokmok, Kyrgyzstan M4.5 88 km
Feb 5, 2006 33 km SSW of Kadzhi-Say, Kyrgyzstan M4.5 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 0.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in Wettest
June 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
July 69°F (20°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
November 33°F (0°C) 0.7 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 0.4 in

Kemin has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 18°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Kemin

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
СШ № 1 - - - -
High school № 3 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kemin

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Restaurants in Kemin

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kok-Oirok
Сулман

Cafes in Kemin

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rest Point
Каттама
Керемет

Train Stations in Kemin

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kemin
Жел-Арык
Разъезд №148

Bus Stations in Kemin

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Автовокзал

Gas Stations in Kemin

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bishkek Petrol
Bishkek Petroleum
Gazromneft
PartnerNeft
Red Petroleum

Banks in Kemin

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Банк Компаньон

Ski Resorts Near Kemin

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski base "Orlovka" 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aktyz Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kemin

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Burana Airport-Small Airport
Samsi Airstrip-Small Airport
Tokmok Airport-Small Airport
Ulan Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kemin

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Bishkek
Elevation
1,123 m (3,685 ft)
Founded
1912

🇰🇬 About Kyrgyzstan

Capital Bishkek
Population 6,315,800
Area 198,500 km²
GDP (USD) $15,180,842,369
GDP per capita $2,138
HDI 0.720
Life expectancy 72.3 years
Internet users 88.5%
Urban population 34.7%
Currency KGS (Som)
Languages Kyrgyz, Russian
Calling code +996
TLD .kg
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kemin

What is the population of Kemin?

Kemin has a population of 10,354 residents and is located in Kyrgyzstan. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,204.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kemin?

Kemin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.6 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

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