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Palana, Russia

Kamchatka · Russia

Palana is a small town in Kamchatka, Russia with a population of 3,671. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

3,671 Population 634/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
19.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kamchatka Timezone

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About Palana

Palana

Palana is an urban locality in Tigilsky District of Koryak Okrug of Kamchatka Krai, Russia which serves as the administrative center of Koryak Okrug. The settlement is located on the west coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula on the right bank of the Palana River within 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) from the Sea of Okhotsk. Population: 3,155 (2010 census); 3,928 (2002 census); 4,343 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population3,671
Density634/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population3,671
Population Density634 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates59.0842°, 159.9562°
TimezoneAsia/Kamchatka
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKamchatka
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation19.2 inches (487 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)

About Palana

Palana is a small town in Russia (Kamchatka) with a population of 3,671. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 29°F (-2°C). Temperatures range from 3°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kamchatka.

Palana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average28.7°F
47% below Russia avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density634/sq mi
Coordinates59.0842°N, 159.9562°W
TimezoneAsia/Kamchatka

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.2"
50% below Russia avg
Snowfall 9.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.9 on Mar 4, 2021.

Jul 7, 1996 110 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M5.7 137 km
Aug 8, 1996 117 km NW of Tigil’, Russia M5.0 147 km
Mar 4, 2021 73 km WSW of Palana, Russia M4.9 73 km
Sep 13, 1996 102 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.9 134 km
Aug 23, 2010 73 km SE of Palana, Russia M4.7 73 km
Jun 9, 2002 53 km NNE of Palana, Russia M4.6 53 km
Jan 27, 2020 71 km WSW of Palana, Russia M4.6 71 km
Oct 11, 1996 68 km ESE of Palana, Russia M4.5 69 km
Mar 14, 1998 117 km NW of Tigil’, Russia M4.5 150 km
Jul 10, 1996 121 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.5 134 km
Jan 28, 2020 71 km WSW of Palana, Russia M4.4 72 km
Jan 28, 2020 66 km N of Tigil’, Russia M4.3 103 km
Jul 7, 1996 112 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.1 127 km
Jan 2, 2020 64 km WSW of Palana, Russia M4.1 64 km
Aug 7, 1996 119 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.1 138 km
Aug 7, 1996 115 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.0 136 km
Jul 8, 1996 127 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M4.0 132 km
Aug 3, 1996 99 km NNW of Tigil’, Russia M3.9 136 km
Aug 3, 1996 Zaliv Shelikhova, Russia M3.8 118 km
Sep 19, 2003 83 km N of Palana, Russia M3.8 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Voyampolsky (88 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Voyampolsky Shield(s) 1,103 m (3,619 ft) Unknown 88 km
Iettunup Shield(s) 1,340 m (4,396 ft) Unknown 100 km
Severny Shield 1,936 m (6,352 ft) -1550 104 km
Iktunup Shield(s) 2,300 m (7,546 ft) Unknown 121 km
Snezhniy Shield 2,169 m (7,116 ft) Unknown 128 km
Nylgimelkin Shield(s) 1,764 m (5,787 ft) -3550 130 km
Bely Shield(s) 2,080 m (6,824 ft) Unknown 138 km
Elovsky Shield(s) 1,381 m (4,531 ft) -7550 174 km
Titila Shield(s) 1,523 m (4,997 ft) -550 187 km
Tuzovsky Shield(s) 1,516 m (4,974 ft) Unknown 196 km
Leutongey Shield 1,318 m (4,324 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 6°F (-15°C) 1.1 in
March 12°F (-11°C) 0.8 in
April 24°F (-4°C) 0.7 in Driest
May 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in Wettest
September 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 2.2 in
December 8°F (-14°C) 1.4 in

Palana has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 3°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Palana

Institution Type Founded Website
Педагогический колледж University
ПТУ College

Schools in Palana

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Детский дом
Музыкальная школа
Школа №1
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Radio Stations near Palana

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Palana

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Выставочный центр

Libraries in Palana

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0

Farmers Markets in Palana

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Вещевой рынок

Hotels in Palana

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Общежитие пед. колледжа
Эдельвейс

Clinics in Palana

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Областной туберкулезный диспансер
Поликлиника

Banks in Palana

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Airports Near Palana

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palana AirportMedium Airport

Post Offices in Palana

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palana

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Николая Чудотворца

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kamchatka

🇷🇺 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

Volcanoes Near Palana

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Severny Shield 1,936 m 1550 BC
Voyampolsky Shield(s) 1,103 m

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 Palana

What is the population of Palana?

Palana has a population of 3,671 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 634 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Palana?

Palana has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.

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