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Khunzakh, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Khunzakh is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 3,955. Elevation: 5,449 ft (1,661 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3,955 Population 52/sq mi density
5,449 ft Elevation 1,661 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
23.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Khunzakh

Khunzakh

Khunzakh is a rural locality and the administrative center of Khunzakhsky District in the Republic of Dagestan, Russia, located in the North Caucasus mountains 1,600 meters (5,200 ft) above sea level. Population: 4,245 (2010 census); 3,694 (2002 census); 2,901 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population3,955
Density52/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation5,449 ft (1,661 m)
Population3,955
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation5,449 ft (1,661 m)
Coordinates42.5429°, 46.7061°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation23.6 inches (600 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)

About Khunzakh

Khunzakh is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 3,955. The city sits at an elevation of 5,449 feet (1,661 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Khunzakh

Khunzakh 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 557 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.7
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 107.5
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 81.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.9
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 53.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.1
Khunzakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,449 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below Russia avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,449 ft (1,661 m)
Area76.4 sq mi (197.8 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates42.5429°N, 46.7061°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.6"
38% below Russia avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

222 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 131 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 69 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 111 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 84 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 127 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 113 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 110 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 75 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 137 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 86 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 46 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 123 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 118 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 114 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 74 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 105 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 148 km
May 18, 2012 3 km NNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M4.9 108 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 33 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 135 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 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (181 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-5°C) 0.8 in
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
October 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
November 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in

Khunzakh has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Khunzakh

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
1
8
9
1
61а
21
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Radio Stations near Khunzakh

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Khunzakh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Краеведческий музей
Мемориальный комплекс "Ахульго"
Музей бабушки Патимат
Музей имени Гамзата Цадаса
Музей Магомеда Абасила
Хунзахская крепость
Хунзахский историко-краеведческий музей
Частный музей

Libraries in Khunzakh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Исламская библиотека0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0

Hotels in Khunzakh

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Водопад
Тобот
Цада

Cafes in Khunzakh

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blink блинная
White night
White Night Coffee
Баракат
Годекан
Обед в горах
Сакура
Столовая

Gas Stations in Khunzakh

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

АЗС у Водопада
Кристалл
Юкойл

Gyms in Khunzakh

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #765636951
RU #767855781
RU #768461371
RU #769121526

Airports Near Khunzakh

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khunzakh Alart AirportSmall Airport
Lagodekhi AirfieldSmall Airport
Makhachkala-1 AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Khunzakh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
СДЭК

Churches & Religious Organizations in Khunzakh

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Красная мечеть
Танусинская мечеть

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Khunzakh

What is the population of Khunzakh?

Khunzakh has a population of 3,955 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 76.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Khunzakh?

Khunzakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

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