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Sulak, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Sulak is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 6,800. Elevation: -82 ft (-25 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

6,800 Population 4/sq mi density
-82 ft Elevation -25 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
12.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Sulak

Sulak is an urban locality under the administrative jurisdiction of Kirovsky City District of the City of Makhachkala in the Republic of Dagestan, Russia. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 8,565.

People

Population6,800
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation-82 ft (-25 m)
Population6,800
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation-82 ft (-25 m)
Coordinates43.2734°, 47.5146°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation12.2 inches (311 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.8 inches (4 cm)

About Sulak

Sulak is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 6,800. The city sits at an elevation of -82 feet (-25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Sulak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of -82 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Russia avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation-82 ft (-25 m)
Area1,600.7 sq mi (4,145.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates43.2734°N, 47.5146°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.2"
68% below Russia avg
Snowfall 1.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 1.50"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

129 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 56 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 110 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 56 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 130 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 137 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 62 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 128 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 131 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 114 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 96 km
May 13, 2016 12 km SSW of Zandak, Russia M4.8 97 km
Jul 23, 1990 14 km WNW of Ansalta, Russia M4.8 142 km
Nov 15, 2001 6 km NE of Uchkent, Russia M4.8 33 km
Jun 30, 2007 40 km ENE of Izberbash, Russia M4.8 85 km
Apr 16, 2013 2 km NW of Utamysh, Russia M4.8 96 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 53 km
Jul 28, 2021 15 km W of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.7 98 km
Apr 10, 1994 5 km NW of Tsentoroy, Russia M4.7 111 km
Feb 18, 2001 1 km SW of Gimry, Russia M4.6 81 km
Dec 2, 2000 2 km E of Levashi, Russia M4.6 95 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 32 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in
February 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in Coldest
March 38°F (3°C) 0.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 0.7 in Driest
May 61°F (16°C) 1.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
September 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 1.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in

Sulak has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.5") and April the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Sulak

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Средняя школа №21
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Radio Stations near Sulak

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Прибой folk MP3 128 kbps

Hotels in Sulak

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Малибу база отдыха

Airports Near Sulak

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Makhachkala-1 AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Sulak

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Надежда

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sulak

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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 Sulak

What is the population of Sulak?

Sulak has a population of 6,800 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,600.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sulak?

Sulak 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 76°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow.

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