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Kurush, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Kurush is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 813. Elevation: 8,301 ft (2,530 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

Data updated June 2026

813 Population 4/sq mi density
8,301 ft Elevation 2,530 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population813
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation8,301 ft (2,530 m)
Population813
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation8,301 ft (2,530 m)
Coordinates41.2841°, 47.8345°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (668 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.3 inches (39 cm)

About Kurush

Kurush is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 813. The city sits at an elevation of 8,301 feet (2,530 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Kurush has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 8,301 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average29.9°F
45% below Russia avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,301 ft (2,530 m)
Area209.9 sq mi (543.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates41.2841°N, 47.8345°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.3"
31% below Russia avg
Snowfall 15.3"
Wettest Month (May) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

170 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 92 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 133 km
Sep 4, 2015 16 km SSE of O?uz, Azerbaijan M5.4 47 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 133 km
Feb 10, 2014 21 km N of Mughan, Azerbaijan M5.4 138 km
Jun 4, 1999 17 km N of A?da?, Azerbaijan M5.4 63 km
Oct 7, 2012 3 km ESE of Basqal, Azerbaijan M5.4 78 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 98 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 92 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 131 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 123 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 89 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 92 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 87 km
Aug 1, 2016 11 km NW of Imishli, Azerbaijan M5.0 148 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 146 km
Feb 5, 2019 23 km NE of Basqal, Azerbaijan M5.0 78 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 148 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 104 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 12°F (-11°C) 1.1 in
March 16°F (-9°C) 2.1 in
April 28°F (-2°C) 3.3 in
May 36°F (2°C) 4.2 in Wettest
June 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
July 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
September 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
October 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 1.2 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.8 in

Kurush has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 12°F in January to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Kurush

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Имени Нажмудина Панаховича Самурского
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Museums in Kurush

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ruslan's Afandi Museum
Ахтынский краеведческий музей
Этно-музей Куруш

Libraries in Kurush

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Исламская Библиотека0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Kurush

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kurush

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Shahdag Mountain Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kurush

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gabala International AirportGBBMedium Airport
Akhty AirfieldSmall Airport
Shaki AirportSmall Airport
Yevlakh AirportYLVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kurush

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Святое место-Пир

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Waterfalls
1
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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 Kurush

What is the population of Kurush?

Kurush has a population of 813 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 209.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kurush?

Kurush has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 15.3 inches of snow.

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