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Shamkhal, Russia
Dagestan · Russia
Shamkhal is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 8,375. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,375 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.0596°, 47.3373° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Dagestan |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.5 inches (344 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Shamkhal
Shamkhal is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 8,375. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Shamkhal
Shamkhal has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (1°C). Average annual precipitation is 385 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 1,600.7 sq mi (4,145.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0596°N, 47.3373°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 31 | 22 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.2 in |
Shamkhal has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 33°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.7") and April the driest (0.8").
Schools in Shamkhal
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №45 | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа №43 | - | - | - | - |
| Чапаевская школа № 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Тухчарская СОШ №1 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shamkhal
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Прибой | folk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Shamkhal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Историко-краеведческий музей | ||||
| Музей боевой славы | ||||
| Музей изобразительных искусств им. П.С.Гамзатовой | ||||
| Музей истории Махачкалы | ||||
| Музей истории театров Дагестана | ||||
| Музей книги | ||||
| Музей природы | ||||
| Музей-заповедник – этнографический комплекс Дагестанский аул | ||||
| Национальный музей Республики Дагестан имени Алибека Тахо-Годи | ||||
| Республиканский музей | ||||
| Россия - Моя история | ||||
| Центр этнической культуры | ||||
| Этнографический музей "Дагестанский аул" |
Libraries in Shamkhal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека 20 | 0.0 | |||||
| Библиотека 20 | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Издательство | 0.0 | |||||
| Издательство | 0.0 | |||||
| Научная библиотека Дагестанского государственного университета | 0.0 | |||||
| Республиканская библиотека им. Расула Гамзатова | 0.0 | |||||
| Республиканская библиотека им. Расула Гамзатова | 0.0 | |||||
| Филиал #1 | 0.0 | |||||
| Фундаментальная библиотека ДГПУ | 0.0 | |||||
| Фундаментальная библиотека ДГПУ | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная Городская Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная Городская Библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shamkhal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ковровый рынок | |||||
| Рынок №2 | |||||
| Рынок №2/с Белинского | |||||
| Рынок Север | |||||
| Рынок ШАМ | |||||
| Строительный рынок | |||||
| Фортуна | |||||
| Цумадинский рынок |
Hotels in Shamkhal
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shamkhal
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shamkhal
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shamkhal
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shamkhal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ЖБИ |
Stadiums & Teams in Shamkhal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shamkhal
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | Large Airport |
| Khunzakh Alart Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Makhachkala-1 Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Novokayakent Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Shamkhal
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Афганец | ||
| Белый медведь | ||
| Гармония | ||
| Детский центр реабилитации | ||
| Надежда |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Shamkhal?
Shamkhal has a population of 8,375 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,600.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shamkhal?
Shamkhal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.5 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.