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Oymyakon, Russia

Sakha · Russia

Oymyakon is a small town in Sakha, Russia with a population of 800. Elevation: 2,270 ft (692 m). Average temperature: 4°F (-16°C).

Data updated June 2026

800 Population 1/sq mi density
2,270 ft Elevation 692 meters
4°F Avg Temperature -16°C
9.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Magadan Timezone

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People

Population800
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp4°F (-16°C)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Population800
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Coordinates63.4622°, 142.7949°
TimezoneAsia/Magadan
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature4°F (-16°C)
January Average-49°F (-45°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation9.1 inches (230 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)

About Oymyakon

Oymyakon is a small town in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 800. The city sits at an elevation of 2,270 feet (692 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 4°F (-16°C). Temperatures range from -49°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Magadan.

Climate in Oymyakon

Oymyakon has an average annual temperature of -14.9°C (5°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (-45.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 219 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -45.8°C / -50°F -49.3° / -42.3° 6.4
Feb -41.7°C / -43°F -47.5° / -35.9° 6.7
Mar -29.6°C / -21°F -39.2° / -19.9° 5.3
Apr -13.1°C / 8°F -23.1° / -3.1° 5.7
May 3.3°C / 38°F -3.3° / 9.8° 14.9
Jun 12.3°C / 54°F 4.6° / 20° 37.9
Jul 15°C / 59°F 7.1° / 22.9° 46.0
Aug 11°C / 52°F 3° / 19° 38.4
Sep 2.8°C / 37°F -3.6° / 9.1° 24.5
Oct -13.8°C / 7°F -19.2° / -8.4° 13.5
Nov -34.5°C / -30°F -38.7° / -30.3° 12.9
Dec -45.2°C / -49°F -48.4° / -41.9° 6.9
Oymyakon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-16°C). Winters average -49°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 107°F. The area gets 320 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 9.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,270 feet.

Temperature

-49°F Jan (-45°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average4.1°F
92% below Russia avg
January Average-49°F (-45°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,270 ft (692 m)
Area1,750.2 sq mi (4,533.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates63.4622°N, 142.7949°W
TimezoneAsia/Magadan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.1"
76% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.13"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 27, 2009.

Jul 27, 2009 117 km SE of Ust-Nera, Russia M4.4 131 km
Jun 27, 2005 102 km ESE of Ust-Nera, Russia M3.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -49°F (-45°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February -42°F (-41°C) 0.3 in
March -25°F (-31°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 7°F (-14°C) 0.2 in
May 36°F (2°C) 0.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
October 5°F (-15°C) 0.6 in
November -32°F (-36°C) 0.4 in
December -48°F (-44°C) 0.3 in

Oymyakon has a seasonal temperature swing of 106°F / from -49°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Oymyakon

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Новая школа Оймякона
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Radio Stations near Oymyakon

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Airports Near Oymyakon

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tomtor AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Oymyakon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта России

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Meteorites
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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 Oymyakon

What is the population of Oymyakon?

Oymyakon has a population of 800 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,750.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Oymyakon?

Oymyakon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 4°F (-16°C). Winter temperatures average -49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.1 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

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