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Medvezh’yegorsk, Russia

Karelia · Russia

Medvezh’yegorsk is a small city in Karelia, Russia with a population of 16,551. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

16,551 Population 3,059/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population16,551
Density3,059/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Population16,551
Population Density3,059 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates62.9145°, 34.4586°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKarelia
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (683 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)

About Medvezh’yegorsk

Medvezh’yegorsk is a small city in Russia (Karelia) with a population of 16,551. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Medvezh’yegorsk

Medvezh’yegorsk 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 807 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 58.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 45.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.4
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 119.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 87.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 93.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 62.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.2
Medvezh’yegorsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average35.2°F
35% below Russia avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density3,059/sq mi
Coordinates62.9145°N, 34.4586°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below Russia avg
Snowfall 10.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in
April 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 2.1 in

Medvezh’yegorsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 12°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Medvezh’yegorsk

Institution Type Founded Website
Медвежьегорский техникум College Visit →

Schools in Medvezh’yegorsk

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Школа №1
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Museums in Medvezh’yegorsk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Военно-исторический музей Замок Кархумяки
Медвежьегорский районный музей
Музей истории железнодорожного транспорта

Libraries in Medvezh’yegorsk

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Детская библиотека0.0

Hotels in Medvezh’yegorsk

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karhu hotel
Малая Медвежка
Онежская
Прованс

Cafes in Medvezh’yegorsk

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

go and eat
Life Cafe
Sushi City
Едем&Едим
Орхидея
Столовая
Столовая "Железнодорожник"
Уют
Фламинго

Dentists in Medvezh’yegorsk

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #3605561914

Veterinaries in Medvezh’yegorsk

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ветеринар

Train Stations in Medvezh’yegorsk

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Кяппесельга
Лумбушозеро
Малыга
Масельская
Медвежья Гора
Пергуба
Предмедгорский

Bus Stations in Medvezh’yegorsk

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Автостанция

Gas Stations in Medvezh’yegorsk

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rosneft
РТК-плюс

Banks in Medvezh’yegorsk

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank
VTB
Совкомбанк

Gyms in Medvezh’yegorsk

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sports

Churches & Religious Organizations in Medvezh’yegorsk

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Дом молитвы христиан веры евангельской
Успенская часовня
Храм пророка Илии

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 Medvezh’yegorsk

What is the population of Medvezh’yegorsk?

Medvezh’yegorsk has a population of 16,551 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 3,059 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Medvezh’yegorsk?

Medvezh’yegorsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.

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