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Nozhay-Yurt, Russia

Chechnya · Russia

Nozhay-Yurt is a small city in Chechnya, Russia with a population of 5,073. Elevation: 1,581 ft (482 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

5,073 Population 355/sq mi density
1,581 ft Elevation 482 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
18.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Nozhay-Yurt

Nozhay-Yurt

Nozhay-Yurt is a rural locality and the administrative center of Nozhay-Yurtovsky District of the Chechen Republic, Russia. Population: 6,744 (2010 census); 5,062 (2002 census); 4,388 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population5,073
Density355/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Population5,073
Population Density355 / sq mi
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Coordinates43.0944°, 46.3758°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChechnya
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation18.1 inches (460 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)

About Nozhay-Yurt

Nozhay-Yurt is a small city in Russia (Chechnya) with a population of 5,073. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet (482 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Nozhay-Yurt experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 303 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 18.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below Russia avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Area14.3 sq mi (37.0 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates43.0944°N, 46.3758°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.1"
52% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.64"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

171 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 M6.4 118 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 38 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 141 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 115 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 39 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 113 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 128 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 137 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 35 km
May 13, 2016 12 km SSW of Zandak, Russia M4.8 17 km
Apr 16, 2013 2 km NW of Utamysh, Russia M4.8 133 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 41 km
May 4, 1993 36 km WSW of Itum-Kali, Russia M4.8 112 km
Jul 23, 1990 14 km WNW of Ansalta, Russia M4.8 54 km
Nov 15, 2001 6 km NE of Uchkent, Russia M4.8 63 km
Jun 2, 2014 3 km NW of Kalinovskaya, Russia M4.8 91 km
Sep 5, 1994 9 km NNW of Lagodekhi, Georgia M4.7 133 km
Apr 10, 1994 5 km NW of Tsentoroy, Russia M4.7 17 km
Jul 28, 2021 15 km W of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.7 41 km
Oct 13, 2012 4 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M4.6 141 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 63 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (159 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 159 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
March 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (19°C) 2.6 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.2 in
September 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.1 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 0.8 in

Nozhay-Yurt has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.6") and January the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Nozhay-Yurt

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nozhay-Yurt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Шира-Бена
этнографическая деревня Шира-Бена

Libraries in Nozhay-Yurt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0
Центральная городская библиотека им. Расула Гамзатова0.0

Farmers Markets in Nozhay-Yurt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
продуктовый рынок
Рынок «Терек»

Stadiums & Teams in Nozhay-Yurt

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nozhay-Yurt

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International AirportGRVLarge Airport
Khankala Air BaseMedium Airport
Khunzakh Alart AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nozhay-Yurt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
СДЭК

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 Nozhay-Yurt

What is the population of Nozhay-Yurt?

Nozhay-Yurt has a population of 5,073 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 355 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nozhay-Yurt?

Nozhay-Yurt has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

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