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Sortavala, Russia
Karelia · Russia
Sortavala is a small city in Karelia, Russia with a population of 20,760. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 20,760 |
| Population Density | 3,585 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 61.7123°, 30.7095° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Karelia |
| Average Temperature | 38°F (3°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (634 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.4 inches (26 cm) |
About Sortavala
Sortavala is a small city in Russia (Karelia) with a population of 20,760. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Sortavala
Sortavala has an average annual temperature of 4.3°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.3°C), the coldest is Feb (-7.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 37.8°F |
| 30% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,585/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 61.7123°N, 30.7095°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.3 in |
Sortavala has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Sortavala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Научно-исследовательская база геологического факультета СПбГУ | University | — | — |
| Сортавальский колледж | College | — | Visit → |
| Сортавальский колледж, корпус № 3 | College | — | — |
| Сортавальский колледж, корпус № 5 | College | — | — |
| Сортавальский колледж. Корпус №2 | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Sortavala
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Спортивная школа № 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Центр развития творчества детей и юношества | — | — | — | — |
| Детский дом | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа №1 | — | — | — | — |
| Хаапалампинская школа | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 6 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sortavala
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sortavala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bastion Historical Park | ||||
| Regional Museum of North Ladoga | ||||
| Sortavala military glory museum | ||||
| Военно-исторический музей имени полковника А.Л.Бондарева | ||||
| Выставочный зал К.А. Гоголева | ||||
| Обитель ангелов |
Libraries in Sortavala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Кааламская сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Рускеальская сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Сортавальская межпоселенческая районная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Хаапалампинская сельская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Центральная детская библиотека | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sortavala
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sortavala
24 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Sortavala
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Sortavala
3 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sortavala
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sortavala
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sortavala
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sortavala
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sortavala
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sortavala
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sortavala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sortavala
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kitee Airport | KTQ | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Sortavala
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Russian Post | |
| Отделение почтовой связи Хюмпеля 186752 | |
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sortavala
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Сортавальский приход Евангелическо-лютеранской церкви Ингрии | |
| Церковь Евангилическо-лютеранская | |
| Церковь Иоанна Богослова | |
| Церковь Николая Чудотворца | |
| Церковь Николая Чудотворца | |
| Часовня Казанской иконы Божией Матери |
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What is the population of Sortavala?
Sortavala has a population of 20,760 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 3,585 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sortavala?
Sortavala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 10.4 inches of snow.