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Nizhniy Arkhyz, Russia
Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic · Russia
Nizhniy Arkhyz is a small town in Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic, Russia with a population of 2,000. Elevation: 3,878 ft (1,182 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 2,000 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,878 ft (1,182 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.6782°, 41.4598° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.8 inches (909 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.2 inches (26 cm) |
About Nizhniy Arkhyz
Nizhniy Arkhyz is a small town in Russia (Karachayevo-Cherkesiya Republic) with a population of 2,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,878 feet (1,182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,878 ft (1,182 m) |
| Area | 274.0 sq mi (709.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6782°N, 41.4598°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (87 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in |
Nizhniy Arkhyz has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Nizhniy Arkhyz
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Средняя Школа | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nizhniy Arkhyz
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nizhniy Arkhyz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotating house-museum | ||||
| Краеведческий музей | ||||
| Нижне-Архызский историко-архитектурный и археологический комплекс |
Hotels in Nizhniy Arkhyz
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nizhniy Arkhyz
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Nizhniy Arkhyz
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nizhniy Arkhyz
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Otradnaya Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Prigorodnoye Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Psebay Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pskhu Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nizhniy Arkhyz
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 369167 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nizhniy Arkhyz
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| келия "Три сосны" | |
| Маленькая Часовня | |
| нерукотворный лик Господа Иисуса Христа | |
| Храм нерукотворного образа Господа Иисуса Христа | |
| Храм Пресвятой Троицы | |
| Храм Святого Великомученика Георгия Победоносца | |
| Храм Святого Илии Пророка |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nizhniy Arkhyz?
Nizhniy Arkhyz has a population of 2,000 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 274.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nizhniy Arkhyz?
Nizhniy Arkhyz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.