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Pevek, Russia

Chukotka · Russia

Pevek is a small town in Chukotka, Russia with a population of 4,837. Average temperature: 13°F (-11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,837 Population 208/sq mi density
13°F Avg Temperature -11°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Anadyr Timezone

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About Pevek

Pevek

Pevek is an Arctic port town and the administrative center of Chaunsky District in Chukotka Autonomous Okrug, Russia, located on Chaunskaya Bay on a peninsula on the eastern side of the bay facing the Routan Islands, above the Arctic Circle, about 640 kilometers (400 mi) northwest of Anadyr, the administrative center of the autonomous okrug. Population: 4,015 (2021 census); 4,162 (2010 census); 5,206 (2002 census); 12,915 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population4,837
Density208/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp13°F (-11°C)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Population4,837
Population Density208 / sq mi
Coordinates69.7028°, 170.3071°
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChukotka
Average Temperature13°F (-11°C)
January Average-15°F (-26°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (171 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)

About Pevek

Pevek is a small town in Russia (Chukotka) with a population of 4,837. The average annual temperature is 13°F (-11°C). Temperatures range from -15°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Anadyr.

Pevek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 13°F (-11°C). Winters average -15°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 61°F. The area gets 324 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 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

-15°F Jan (-26°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average12.6°F
77% below Russia avg
January Average-15°F (-26°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Area23.3 sq mi (60.3 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates69.7028°N, 170.3071°W
TimezoneAsia/Anadyr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.7"
82% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.14"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 8, 2007.

Aug 8, 2007 Near the north coast of Chukotskiy Avtonomnyy Okrug, Russia M4.1 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -15°F (-26°C) 0.4 in
February -19°F (-28°C) 0.4 in Coldest
March -14°F (-25°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 3°F (-16°C) 0.3 in
May 26°F (-4°C) 0.3 in
June 41°F (5°C) 0.5 in
July 46°F (8°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 45°F (7°C) 1.1 in
September 36°F (2°C) 0.7 in
October 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
November -2°F (-19°C) 0.6 in
December -14°F (-26°C) 0.5 in

Pevek has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from -19°F in February to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.1") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Pevek

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МБОУ Центр образования г. Певек
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Cafes in Pevek

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arabika

Gas Stations in Pevek

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #13831051709
RU #1713891049

Banks in Pevek

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank
Азиатско-Тихоокеанский Банк

Airports Near Pevek

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pevek AirportPWEMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pevek

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Успения Пресвятой Богородицы

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Anadyr

🇷🇺 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 Pevek

What is the population of Pevek?

Pevek has a population of 4,837 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 23.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pevek?

Pevek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 13°F (-11°C). Winter temperatures average -15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

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