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Lensk, Russia
Sakha · Russia
Lensk is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 23,694. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 22°F (-6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 23,694 |
| Population Density | 1,252 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.7238°, 114.9345° |
| Timezone | Asia/Yakutsk |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Sakha |
| Average Temperature | 22°F (-6°C) |
| January Average | -20°F (-29°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.4 inches (366 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.3 inches (13 cm) |
About Lensk
Lensk is a small city in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 23,694. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet (192 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 22°F (-6°C). Temperatures range from -20°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yakutsk.
Climate in Lensk
Lensk has an average annual temperature of -5°C (23°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.1°C), the coldest is Dec (-28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 420 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 21.6°F |
| 60% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | -20°F (-29°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Area | 18.9 sq mi (49.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.7238°N, 114.9345°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Yakutsk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -20°F (-29°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | -13°F (-25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | -3°F (-20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | -17°F (-27°C) | 0.9 in |
Lensk has a seasonal temperature swing of 83°F / from -20°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and March the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Lensk
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ленский технологический техникум | College | - | , |
Schools in Lensk
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Вечерняя школа | - | - | - | - |
| Лицей №2 | - | - | - | - |
| School #4 | - | - | - | - |
| Лицей №2 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №1 | - | - | - | - |
| Музыкальная школа | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №3 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №5 | - | - | - | - |
| Школа №6 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lensk
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lensk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Историко-краеведческий музей |
Libraries in Lensk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Детская Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lensk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Центральный рынок |
Hotels in Lensk
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lensk
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lensk
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lensk
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lensk
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Lensk
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lensk
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lensk
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lensk
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lensk
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lensk
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lensk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lensk
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lensk Airport | ULK | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Lensk
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Почта России | |
| РАТЭК | |
| СДЭК | |
| ТК "АТА" | |
| ТК "Гермес-Авиа" | |
| ТК "Карго-Сервис" | |
| ТК "Свет" | |
| ТК "СТЭК" |
Quick Facts
🇷🇺 About Russia
Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lensk
What is the population of Lensk?
Lensk has a population of 23,694 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,252 people per square mile, spread across 18.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lensk?
Lensk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 22°F (-6°C). Winter temperatures average -20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.4 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.