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Kumukh, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Kumukh is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 2,658. Elevation: 5,000 ft (1,524 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

2,658 Population 135/sq mi density
5,000 ft Elevation 1,524 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Kumukh

Kumukh, also known as Gazi Kumukh, is a village and the administrative center of Laksky District in Dagestan. It is located on the banks of the Kazikumukh Koysu, a branch of the Sulak River.

People

Population2,658
Density135/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation5,000 ft (1,524 m)
Population2,658
Population Density135 / sq mi
Elevation5,000 ft (1,524 m)
Coordinates42.1702°, 47.1160°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)

About Kumukh

Kumukh is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 2,658. The city sits at an elevation of 5,000 feet (1,524 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Kumukh

Kumukh 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
Kumukh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,000 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below Russia avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,000 ft (1,524 m)
Area19.7 sq mi (51.1 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates42.1702°N, 47.1160°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Russia avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

211 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 M5.7 112 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 74 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 70 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 98 km
Sep 4, 2015 16 km SSE of O?uz, Azerbaijan M5.4 142 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 119 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 108 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 77 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 76 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 13 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 75 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 86 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 70 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 73 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 108 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 129 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 86 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 122 km
Aug 10, 2019 4 km NW of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M4.9 71 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 98 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 31 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in
March 31°F (-0°C) 1.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in

Kumukh has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Kumukh

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
42
ХСОШ
ХСОШ
МКОУ "Карашинская ООШ"
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Radio Stations near Kumukh

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kumukh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ethno Saklya
Боевой и трудовой славы
Гунибский краеведческий музей
Дом культуры с. Чох

Libraries in Kumukh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0
Библиотека0.0
Вихлинская сельская библиотека Филиал №60.0
Гунибская районная детская библиотека0.0
Гунибская центральная районная библиотека0.0
Кубинская сельская библиотека0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Kumukh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Базар 2
продуктовый рынок по вторникам

Cafes in Kumukh

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Мускат

Dentists in Kumukh

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #774929979

Veterinaries in Kumukh

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #775230943

Airports Near Kumukh

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Zaqatala International AirportZTUMedium Airport
Akhty AirfieldSmall Airport
Khunzakh Alart AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kumukh

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта России
Почта России

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumukh

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Зиярат
место поклонения
Мечет 56 г
мечеть
мечеть
Мечеть
Мечеть
Мечеть
мечеть
мечеть
недалеко от озера подземная мечеть

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Waterfalls
1
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 Kumukh

What is the population of Kumukh?

Kumukh has a population of 2,658 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 19.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kumukh?

Kumukh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

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