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Shatoy, Russia

Chechnya · Russia

Shatoy is a small town in Chechnya, Russia with a population of 1,775. Elevation: 1,991 ft (607 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,775 Population 52/sq mi density
1,991 ft Elevation 607 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
22.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Shatoy

The Shatoy ambush was a significant event during the First Chechen War. It occurred near the town of Shatoy, located in the southern mountains of Chechnya. Chechen insurgents under the leadership of their Arab-born commander, Ibn al-Khattab, would launch an attack on a large Russian Armed Forces army convoy resulting in a three hour long battle.

People

Population1,775
Density52/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Population1,775
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Coordinates42.8715°, 45.6909°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceChechnya
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (578 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Shatoy

Shatoy is a small town in Russia (Chechnya) with a population of 1,775. The city sits at an elevation of 1,991 feet (607 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Shatoy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,991 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below Russia avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,991 ft (607 m)
Area34.4 sq mi (89.1 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates42.8715°N, 45.6909°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.8"
40% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

199 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 20, 2025.

Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 57 km
Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 145 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 99 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 130 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M5.4 149 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 140 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 100 km
Nov 27, 1997 12 km N of Sagarejo, Georgia M5.3 118 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 81 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 130 km
May 2, 1991 15 km N of Java, Georgia M5.1 146 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 115 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 68 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 102 km
Jul 23, 1990 14 km WNW of Ansalta, Russia M4.8 27 km
May 4, 1993 36 km WSW of Itum-Kali, Russia M4.8 52 km
Apr 25, 2002 Georgia-Armenia border region M4.8 137 km
Jun 2, 2014 3 km NW of Kalinovskaya, Russia M4.8 83 km
May 13, 2016 12 km SSW of Zandak, Russia M4.8 59 km
Nov 15, 2001 6 km NE of Uchkent, Russia M4.8 122 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 31 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (99 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 99 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
March 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in
April 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.8 in
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.1 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 0.8 in

Shatoy has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.7") and January the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Shatoy

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
СОШ, Хал-Келой
СОШ. Шатой
СОШ. с. Вярды
СОШ, А-Шерипова
СОШ с. Вашендарой
СОШ с. Б-Варанды
СОШ с. Зоны
ООШ, с.Бекум-Кали
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Radio Stations near Shatoy

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Shatoy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Huseyn Isaev Regional Museum
Музей им. А. Сулейманова
Ширча-Йурт

Libraries in Shatoy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
СДК, с. А-Шерипова0.0
СДК, с. Борзой0.0
СДК, с. Вашендарой..0.0

Farmers Markets in Shatoy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Рынок "Беркат"
Рынок "Борзой"
Рынок "Хакко"

Cafes in Shatoy

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Сentral park

Castles in Shatoy

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chechen tower

Bus Stations in Shatoy

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Шуьйтар станци

Banks in Shatoy

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rosselkhozbank

Airports Near Shatoy

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International AirportGRVLarge Airport
Khankala Air BaseMedium Airport
Magas AirportIGTMedium Airport
Kalinovskaya AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shatoy

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта
СДЭК

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shatoy

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Шуьйтар рузба маьждиг

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 Shatoy

What is the population of Shatoy?

Shatoy has a population of 1,775 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 34.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shatoy?

Shatoy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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