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Khandyga, Russia

Sakha · Russia

Khandyga is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 6,796. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 12°F (-11°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,796 Population 7/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
12°F Avg Temperature -11°C
11.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vladivostok Timezone

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About Khandyga

Khandyga

Khandyga is an urban locality and the administrative center of Tomponsky District in the Sakha Republic, Russia, 380 kilometers (240 mi) northeast of Yakutsk, the capital of the republic. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 6,638.

People

Population6,796
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp12°F (-11°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Population6,796
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates62.6530°, 135.5665°
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature12°F (-11°C)
January Average-46°F (-43°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation11.1 inches (282 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)

About Khandyga

Khandyga is a small city in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 6,796. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 12°F (-11°C). Temperatures range from -46°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vladivostok.

Khandyga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 12°F (-11°C). Winters average -46°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 109°F. The area gets 316 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet.

Temperature

-46°F Jan (-43°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average11.8°F
78% below Russia avg
January Average-46°F (-43°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area907.9 sq mi (2,351.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates62.6530°N, 135.5665°W
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.9 on Mar 18, 2015.

Mar 18, 2015 42 km NW of Nezhdaninskoe, Russia M4.9 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -46°F (-43°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February -36°F (-38°C) 0.2 in Driest
March -10°F (-23°C) 0.2 in
April 20°F (-7°C) 0.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
September 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in
October 14°F (-10°C) 1.0 in
November -24°F (-31°C) 0.6 in
December -41°F (-41°C) 0.3 in

Khandyga has a seasonal temperature swing of 109°F / from -46°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Khandyga

Institution Type Founded Website
Горно-геологический техникум College Visit →

Schools in Khandyga

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Томпонская многопрофильная гимназия
Хандыгская средняя школа
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Museums in Khandyga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Историко-краеведческий Музей Поселка Хандыга

Hotels in Khandyga

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Апельсин
Колыма
Президентская

Cafes in Khandyga

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CheatMeal
Зеркальное
Марвел
Хандыга

Veterinaries in Khandyga

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Управление ветеринарии

Gas Stations in Khandyga

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

АЗС 100
Саханефтегазсбыт
Саханефтегазсбыт
Саханефтегазсбыт

Banks in Khandyga

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Airports Near Khandyga

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dzhebariki-Khaya AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Khandyga

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Храм апостолов Петра и Павла

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Vladivostok

🇷🇺 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 Khandyga

What is the population of Khandyga?

Khandyga has a population of 6,796 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 907.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Khandyga?

Khandyga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 12°F (-11°C). Winter temperatures average -46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

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