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Shamil’kala, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Shamil’kala is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 7,163. Elevation: 2,182 ft (665 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

7,163 Population 21,706/sq mi density
2,182 ft Elevation 665 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
20.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population7,163
Density21,706/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation2,182 ft (665 m)
Population7,163
Population Density21,706 / sq mi
Elevation2,182 ft (665 m)
Coordinates42.6871°, 46.8685°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation20.6 inches (523 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)

About Shamil’kala

Shamil’kala is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 7,163. The city sits at an elevation of 2,182 feet (665 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Shamil’kala

Shamil’kala has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 472 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.1°C / 32°F -3.9° / 3.8° 19.9
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -3.4° / 4.8° 20.4
Mar 5.3°C / 42°F 0.7° / 9.9° 26.0
Apr 10.8°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.9° 31.4
May 16.4°C / 62°F 11° / 21.9° 57.3
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 15.4° / 27.1° 63.1
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 17.9° / 29.6° 58.6
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 17.8° / 29.3° 52.1
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 13.2° / 23.4° 57.4
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 7.6° / 17° 35.2
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F 1.6° / 10° 30.0
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -2.4° / 5.5° 20.8
Shamil’kala experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,182 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below Russia avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,182 ft (665 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density21,706/sq mi
Coordinates42.6871°N, 46.8685°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.6"
46% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

213 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 145 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 52 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 127 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 103 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 116 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 129 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 59 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 106 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 127 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 57 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 139 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 115 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 147 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 94 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 97 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 122 km
May 18, 2012 3 km NNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M4.9 124 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 31 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 128 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1970 CASPIAN SEA Earthquake 31 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (194 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.7 in
March 34°F (1°C) 1.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
November 38°F (3°C) 1.0 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.6 in

Shamil’kala has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Shamil’kala

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Дошкольное образовательное учреждение №8
10
ШСОШ ШУВК
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Radio Stations near Shamil’kala

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shamil’kala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Историко-краеведческий музей
Краеведческий музей
Мемориальный комплекс "Ахульго"
Музей бабушки Патимат
Музей имени Гамзата Цадаса
Национальный музей им.Тахо Годи
Хунзахская крепость
Хунзахский историко-краеведческий музей

Libraries in Shamil’kala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0
Исламская библиотека0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0

Hotels in Shamil’kala

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Уютный дом

Cafes in Shamil’kala

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barakat
DTK
Аленка
Аманат
Анталия
вкусное Кофе и завтраки
Выпечка "Неженка"
Лакомка
Мадина
Рахат-лукум

Gas Stations in Shamil’kala

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DTK
ДТК

Airports Near Shamil’kala

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khunzakh Alart AirportSmall Airport
Makhachkala-1 AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shamil’kala

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта России
СДЭК

Treatment Centers in Shamil’kala

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Реабилитационный центр

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shamil’kala

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Джума Мечеть

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

🇷🇺 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 Shamil’kala

What is the population of Shamil’kala?

Shamil’kala has a population of 7,163 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 21,706 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shamil’kala?

Shamil’kala has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

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