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Kishcha, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Kishcha is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 3,821. Elevation: 4,324 ft (1,318 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,821 Population 18/sq mi density
4,324 ft Elevation 1,318 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Kishcha

Kishcha is a rural locality and the administrative centre of Kishchinsky Selsoviet, Dakhadayevsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 3,030 as of 2010. There are 23 streets.

People

Population3,821
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)
Population3,821
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)
Coordinates42.1768°, 47.5812°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (545 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)

About Kishcha

Kishcha is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 3,821. The city sits at an elevation of 4,324 feet (1,318 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Kishcha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,324 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below Russia avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,324 ft (1,318 m)
Area216.8 sq mi (561.4 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates42.1768°N, 47.5812°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
44% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

203 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 M5.7 125 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 96 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 105 km
Sep 4, 2015 16 km SSE of O?uz, Azerbaijan M5.4 138 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 62 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 146 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 98 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 131 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 100 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 149 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 51 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 37 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 105 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 99 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 85 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 93 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 146 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 107 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 111 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 60 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 - 31 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
March 33°F (0°C) 1.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 0.7 in

Kishcha has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kishcha

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
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Museums in Kishcha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Кубачинский комбинат народных промыслов

Libraries in Kishcha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0

Gas Stations in Kishcha

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #750471407
RU #750504514

Airports Near Kishcha

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Akhty Airfield-Small Airport
Novokayakent Airport-Small Airport

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 Kishcha

What is the population of Kishcha?

Kishcha has a population of 3,821 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 216.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kishcha?

Kishcha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

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