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Orotukan, Russia

Magadan Oblast · Russia

Orotukan is a small town in Magadan Oblast, Russia with a population of 2,560. Elevation: 1,506 ft (459 m). Average temperature: 13°F (-11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,560 Population
1,506 ft Elevation 459 meters
13°F Avg Temperature -11°C
14.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Magadan Timezone

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About Orotukan

Orotukan

Orotukan is an urban locality in Yagodninsky District of Magadan Oblast, Russia, located in the Kolyma region about 300 kilometers (190 mi) north of Magadan, on the right bank of the Orotukan River. Its population has declined since the fall of the Soviet Union: 1,531 (2010 census); 2,760 (2002 census); 5,638 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population2,560

Climate

Avg Temp13°F (-11°C)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)
Population2,560
Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)
Coordinates62.2639°, 151.6698°
TimezoneAsia/Magadan
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceMagadan Oblast
Average Temperature13°F (-11°C)
January Average-27°F (-33°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (377 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.7 inches (17 cm)

About Orotukan

Orotukan is a small town in Russia (Magadan Oblast) with a population of 2,560. The city sits at an elevation of 1,506 feet (459 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 13°F (-11°C). Temperatures range from -27°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Magadan.

Orotukan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 13°F (-11°C). Winters average -27°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 85°F. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,506 feet.

Temperature

-27°F Jan (-33°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average12.9°F
76% below Russia avg
January Average-27°F (-33°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)
Coordinates62.2639°N, 151.6698°W
TimezoneAsia/Magadan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.8"
61% below Russia avg
Snowfall 6.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.64"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 4, 2014.

Sep 13, 1992 78 km NE of Talaya, Russia M4.9 129 km
Oct 3, 1996 76 km W of Dukat, Russia M4.6 117 km
Jul 4, 2014 76 km WNW of Seymchan, Russia M4.4 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -27°F (-33°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February -22°F (-30°C) 0.8 in
March -11°F (-24°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 11°F (-12°C) 0.5 in
May 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
September 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
October 12°F (-11°C) 1.2 in
November -16°F (-26°C) 1.1 in
December -27°F (-33°C) 0.8 in

Orotukan has a seasonal temperature swing of 85°F / from -27°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Orotukan

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МБОУ Средняя Общеобразовательная школа п. Оротукан
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Radio Stations near Orotukan

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Cafes in Orotukan

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

24 часа

Cinemas in Orotukan

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Metalist

Gas Stations in Orotukan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #11596508343

Shopping Malls in Orotukan

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Orotukan

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Post Offices in Orotukan

1 post offices.

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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Magadan

🇷🇺 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 Orotukan

What is the population of Orotukan?

Orotukan has a population of 2,560 residents and is located in Russia..

What is the weather like in Orotukan?

Orotukan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 13°F (-11°C). Winter temperatures average -27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow.

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