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Lavrentiya, Russia

Chukotka · Russia

Lavrentiya is a small town in Chukotka, Russia with a population of 1,242. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-4°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,242 Population 19/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -4°C
12.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Anadyr Timezone

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About Lavrentiya

Lavrentiya

Lavrentiya is a rural locality and the administrative center of Chukotsky District of Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia, located on Lavrentiya Bay, close to the Bering Strait. Population: 1,459 (2010 census); 1,333 (2002 census); 3,012 (1989 Soviet census). Lavrentiya is the only district administrative center in the whole autonomous okrug that does not have urban status; it accounts for 30.2% of the district's total population.
Located in Lavrentiya is the easternmost airport on the world map, the Lavrentiya Airport, UHML.

People

Population1,242
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp24°F (-4°C)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population1,242
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates65.5830°, -170.9966°
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChukotka
Average Temperature24°F (-4°C)
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation12.9 inches (328 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)

About Lavrentiya

Lavrentiya is a small town in Russia (Chukotka) with a population of 1,242. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 24°F (-4°C). Temperatures range from 10°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Anadyr.

Lavrentiya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average24.2°F
55% below Russia avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area64.2 sq mi (166.4 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates65.5830°N, 170.9966°W
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.9"
66% below Russia avg
Snowfall 7.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.17"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

219 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 20, 2025.

Aug 9, 1996 73 km SE of Lavrentiya, Russia M5.2 73 km
Nov 3, 1996 89 km SSE of Lavrentiya, Russia M5.2 89 km
Jul 10, 2006 30 km W of Diomede, Alaska M4.9 66 km
Aug 9, 1996 93 km SE of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.9 92 km
Feb 16, 2025 33 km SW of Wales, Alaska M4.6 113 km
Feb 3, 2025 26 km SSW of Wales, Alaska M4.6 124 km
Nov 25, 2000 107 km NW of Diomede, Alaska M4.6 113 km
Nov 5, 2017 48 km N of Provideniya, Russia M4.6 130 km
Mar 1, 2012 114 km W of Lorino, Russia M4.5 146 km
Mar 11, 2012 107 km WNW of Lorino, Russia M4.5 136 km
Oct 24, 1996 Chukotskiy Avtonomnyy Okrug, Russia M4.5 150 km
Mar 3, 2012 108 km WNW of Lorino, Russia M4.5 138 km
Jul 8, 2006 57 km NE of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.5 57 km
Oct 23, 2017 60 km NNE of Provideniya, Russia M4.5 110 km
Aug 9, 1996 87 km SE of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.4 86 km
Apr 4, 1999 47 km S of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.3 47 km
Jan 31, 2003 75 km WSW of Lorino, Russia M4.3 109 km
Nov 21, 1996 64 km S of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.2 64 km
Apr 7, 2010 50 km SSE of Lavrentiya, Russia M4.2 49 km
Mar 11, 2012 98 km WNW of Lorino, Russia M4.2 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 0.9 in
February 6°F (-15°C) 0.8 in Coldest
March 8°F (-14°C) 0.7 in
April 16°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Driest
May 29°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
June 37°F (3°C) 0.8 in
July 42°F (5°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
October 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 1.2 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 1.0 in

Lavrentiya has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 6°F in February to 42°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and April the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Lavrentiya

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Центр образования
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Museums in Lavrentiya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Музей

Hotels in Lavrentiya

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Фортуна

Clinics in Lavrentiya

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Чукотская районная поликлиника

Banks in Lavrentiya

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank
Центробанк

Gyms in Lavrentiya

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Спортзал

Airports Near Lavrentiya

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lavrentiya AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lavrentiya

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Михаила Архангела

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Anadyr

🇷🇺 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 Lavrentiya

What is the population of Lavrentiya?

Lavrentiya has a population of 1,242 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 64.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lavrentiya?

Lavrentiya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.

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