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Nikhaloy, Russia

Chechnya · Russia

Nikhaloy is a small town in Chechnya, Russia with a population of 532. Elevation: 2,044 ft (623 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

532 Population 16/sq mi density
2,044 ft Elevation 623 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population532
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Population532
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Coordinates42.8433°, 45.6633°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChechnya
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (627 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)

About Nikhaloy

Nikhaloy is a small town in Russia (Chechnya) with a population of 532. The city sits at an elevation of 2,044 feet (623 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Nikhaloy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,044 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below Russia avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,044 ft (623 m)
Area34.4 sq mi (89.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates42.8433°N, 45.6633°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

202 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 20, 2025.

Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 54 km
Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 142 km
Apr 29, 1991 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia M6.1 149 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 102 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 129 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 136 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M5.4 146 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 114 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 79 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 103 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 130 km
May 2, 1991 15 km N of Java, Georgia M5.1 143 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 113 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 70 km
Apr 29, 1991 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia M4.9 149 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 105 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 133 km
May 13, 2016 12 km SSW of Zandak, Russia M4.8 62 km
May 4, 1993 36 km WSW of Itum-Kali, Russia M4.8 48 km
Jun 2, 2014 3 km NW of Kalinovskaya, Russia M4.8 85 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 31 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 96 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.9 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in

Nikhaloy has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Nikhaloy

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ООШ, с. Нихалой
СОШ, с. Урд-Юхой
СОШ
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Museums in Nikhaloy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Huseyn Isaev Regional Museum
Музей им. А. Сулейманова
Ширча-Йурт

Libraries in Nikhaloy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
СДК, с. А-Шерипова0.0
СДК, с. Борзой0.0
СДК, с. Вашендарой..0.0

Farmers Markets in Nikhaloy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Рынок "Беркат"
Рынок "Борзой"
Рынок "Хакко"

Castles in Nikhaloy

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Нихлар бов

Airports Near Nikhaloy

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International AirportGRVLarge Airport
Khankala Air BaseMedium Airport
Magas AirportIGTMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nikhaloy

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Медресе

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Waterfalls
2
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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 Nikhaloy

What is the population of Nikhaloy?

Nikhaloy has a population of 532 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 34.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nikhaloy?

Nikhaloy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

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