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Khuzhir, Russia

Irkutsk Oblast · Russia

Khuzhir is a small town in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia with a population of 1,118. Elevation: 1,545 ft (471 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

1,118 Population 3/sq mi density
1,545 ft Elevation 471 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
9.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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About Khuzhir

Khuzhir

Khuzhir is a rural locality in Olkhonsky District of Irkutsk Oblast, Russia, located on the west side of the Olkhon Island, the largest island in Lake Baikal. Population: 1,251 (2010 census); 1,148 (2002 census); 1,219 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population1,118
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)
Population1,118
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)
Coordinates53.1939°, 107.3397°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIrkutsk Oblast
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation9.3 inches (235 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)

About Khuzhir

Khuzhir is a small town in Russia (Irkutsk Oblast) with a population of 1,118. The city sits at an elevation of 1,545 feet (471 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from -2°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Khuzhir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average -2°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,545 feet.

Temperature

-2°F Jan (-19°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average29.8°F
45% below Russia avg
January Average-2°F (-19°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)
Area361.6 sq mi (936.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates53.1939°N, 107.3397°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.3"
76% below Russia avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 7, 2025.

Feb 14, 1992 55 km NNW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M5.4 128 km
May 20, 2008 41 km WSW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M5.3 74 km
Jul 16, 2011 16 km ESE of Turka, Russia M5.3 81 km
Oct 10, 2001 41 km SSE of Yelantsy, Russia M5.2 89 km
Jul 13, 1993 22 km NE of Istok, Russia M4.8 121 km
Jul 28, 2002 30 km W of Turka, Russia M4.7 38 km
Feb 3, 2006 22 km WNW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.7 96 km
May 21, 2010 38 km WSW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.6 77 km
Mar 4, 2019 27 km NW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.6 100 km
Nov 3, 2017 47 km N of Turuntayevo, Russia M4.6 66 km
Apr 6, 2015 25 km NNE of Turka, Russia M4.6 65 km
Jan 2, 2017 28 km W of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.5 88 km
Oct 30, 2012 42 km N of Turka, Russia M4.5 55 km
Jul 24, 2020 23 km WSW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.5 92 km
Sep 30, 1998 51 km S of Khuzhir, Russia M4.5 51 km
Jun 21, 2015 11 km NE of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.5 124 km
Oct 14, 2011 47 km N of Turuntayevo, Russia M4.5 65 km
Feb 3, 2016 Lake Baykal region, Russia M4.5 40 km
Jun 8, 2023 40 km WNW of Ust’-Barguzin, Russia M4.4 85 km
Feb 4, 2012 33 km NNE of Turka, Russia M4.4 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -2°F (-19°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February -0°F (-18°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 13°F (-11°C) 0.1 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 0.2 in
May 40°F (5°C) 0.6 in
June 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 46°F (8°C) 1.0 in
October 34°F (1°C) 0.2 in
November 22°F (-6°C) 0.3 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 0.3 in

Khuzhir has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from -2°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Khuzhir

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Хужирская Средняя Общеобразовательная Школа
Интернат
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Radio Stations near Khuzhir

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Khuzhir

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Краеведческий музей имени Ревякина

Libraries in Khuzhir

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Hotels in Khuzhir

24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baikal Khan
Baikal View
Baikalwood
First line
Lada
Mini-Hotel Baikal
Olkhon inn
Olkhon inn
Villa Malina
Ангарчанка
Байкалов Острог
БайкалЭко
Гостевой дом Аленка
Гостиница Берег Надежды
Диана
Звезда кочевника
Ледовая станция Боро-Боро
Магия Байкала
Озерная база
Ольхонские дюны
Отель Хотей
Тенгри
Усадьба Набаймар
Усадьба Никиты Бенчарова

Cafes in Khuzhir

19 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Art-Café
Baikal View
Dacha
Dalai
Lake Meal
Mountain
Posnaja
Байкалочка
Вкус Ольхона
На Ладе
Ольхон
Ольхон бистро
Ольхония
Омулева бочка
Позная
Позная
Сибирская траттория
Спутник
У Пана

Gas Stations in Khuzhir

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #8756627584

Airports Near Khuzhir

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khuzhir AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Khuzhir

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Khuzhir

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Lake BaikalNatural1996

Churches & Religious Organizations in Khuzhir

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Храм Держаной иконы Божьей Матери
Храм Держаной иконы Божьей Матери

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Irkutsk

🇷🇺 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Khuzhir

Lake Baikal
Natural · inscribed 1996
Situated in south-east Siberia, the 3.15-million-ha Lake Baikal is the oldest (25 million years) and deepest (1,700 m) lake in the world. It contains 20% of the world's total unfrozen freshwater reserve. Known as the 'Galapagos of Russia', its age and isolatio...

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 Khuzhir

What is the population of Khuzhir?

Khuzhir has a population of 1,118 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 361.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Khuzhir?

Khuzhir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average -2°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.

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