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Nizhniy Kurkuzhin, Russia
Kabardino-Balkariya Republic · Russia
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin is a small town in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia with a population of 3,674. Elevation: 2,018 ft (615 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,674 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,018 ft (615 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.7483°, 43.3497° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Kabardino-Balkariya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.0 inches (610 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (7 cm) |
About Nizhniy Kurkuzhin
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin is a small town in Russia (Kabardino-Balkariya Republic) with a population of 3,674. The city sits at an elevation of 2,018 feet (615 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Nizhniy Kurkuzhin
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin 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 649 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,018 ft (615 m) |
| Area | 21.5 sq mi (55.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7483°N, 43.3497°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 86 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in |
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.9").
Schools in Nizhniy Kurkuzhin
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| МОУ СОШ №3 | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Nizhniy Kurkuzhin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nizhniy Kurkuzhin
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mineralnye Vody Airport | MRV | Large Airport |
| Nalchik Airport | NAL | Medium Airport |
| Mestia Queen Tamar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yessentuki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Russia
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What is the population of Nizhniy Kurkuzhin?
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin has a population of 3,674 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 21.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nizhniy Kurkuzhin?
Nizhniy Kurkuzhin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.