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Oytal, Kazakhstan

Zhambyl · Kazakhstan

Oytal is a small city in Zhambyl, Kazakhstan with a population of 9,821. Elevation: 2,215 ft (675 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

9,821 Population 53/sq mi density
2,215 ft Elevation 675 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
12.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Almaty Timezone

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About Oytal

Merki is an administrative center in the Merki region located in the Jambyl Region in the south of Kazakhstan. It is located near to the mountains that serve as a border between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. It has an estimated population of roughly 35,900. The postal code of Merki is 080500. The phone code is +7 72632. The nearest airport to Merki is located in Taraz.

People

Population9,821
Density53/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Population9,821
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Coordinates42.9057°, 73.2697°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceZhambyl
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation12.8 inches (325 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)

About Oytal

Oytal is a small city in Kazakhstan (Zhambyl) with a population of 9,821. The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet (675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.

Oytal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below Kazakhstan avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,215 ft (675 m)
Area183.7 sq mi (475.7 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates42.9057°N, 73.2697°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.8"
66% below Kazakhstan avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.85"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 29, 2025.

Aug 19, 1992 60 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M7.3 89 km
Aug 19, 1992 35 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.6 89 km
Aug 19, 1992 37 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.3 89 km
Aug 19, 1992 55 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M6.1 92 km
May 22, 2003 0 km NNE of Lugovoy, Kazakhstan M5.5 41 km
Dec 24, 1992 33 km S of Talas, Kyrgyzstan M5.4 115 km
Aug 19, 1992 56 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.2 83 km
Jun 14, 1996 48 km SSW of Merke, Kazakhstan M5.2 55 km
Aug 19, 1992 50 km NNE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 71 km
Oct 18, 1992 25 km NE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 94 km
Aug 19, 1992 50 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 100 km
Apr 27, 2009 24 km WSW of Lugovoye, Kazakhstan M5.0 68 km
Jan 19, 2010 49 km SSW of Talas, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 133 km
Aug 19, 1992 52 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 103 km
Aug 19, 1992 21 km E of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 112 km
Mar 27, 2025 22 km SW of Merke, Kazakhstan M4.9 30 km
Aug 23, 1992 53 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.9 104 km
Aug 26, 1992 38 km ESE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 125 km
Aug 20, 1992 38 km ENE of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 102 km
Aug 19, 1992 49 km E of Toktogul, Kyrgyzstan M4.8 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in Wettest
May 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.2 in

Oytal has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 22°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Oytal

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
№9 СШ им.Саввы - - - -
№5 СШ - - - -
Средняя школа №2 - - - -
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Libraries in Oytal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Кітапхана0.0

Farmers Markets in Oytal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
"Роза"
Рынок

Hotels in Oytal

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Ski Resorts Near Oytal

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski base Too Ashuu 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Oytal

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lugovoy Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Almaty
Postal Code
080500

🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan

Capital Nur-Sultan
Population 18,276,499
Area 2,717,300 km²
GDP (USD) $261,840,101,060
GDP per capita $12,879
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 92.9%
Urban population 61.8%
Currency KZT (Tenge)
Languages Kazakh, Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .kz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Kazakhstan

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Jan 2 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Mar 8 International Women's Day Халықаралық әйелдер күні
Mar 21 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 22 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 23 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
May 1 Kazakhstan People's Unity Day Қазақстан халқының
May 7 Defender of the Fatherland Day Отан Қорғаушы күні
May 9 Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day Жеңіс күні
Jul 6 Capital City Day Астана күні
Aug 30 Constitution Day Конституция күні
Oct 25 Republic Day Республика күні
Dec 16 Independence Day Тәуелсіздік күні

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oytal

What is the population of Oytal?

Oytal has a population of 9,821 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 183.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Oytal?

Oytal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

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