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Sunzha, Russia
North Ossetia–Alania · Russia
Sunzha is a small city in North Ossetia–Alania, Russia with a population of 11,548. Elevation: 2,247 ft (685 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,548 |
| Population Density | 1,063 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,247 ft (685 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.0586°, 44.8228° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | North Ossetia–Alania |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.4 inches (746 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.5 inches (9 cm) |
About Sunzha
Sunzha is a small city in Russia (North Ossetia–Alania) with a population of 11,548. The city sits at an elevation of 2,247 feet (685 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Sunzha
Sunzha has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 952 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,247 ft (685 m) |
| Area | 10.9 sq mi (28.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,063/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0586°N, 44.8228°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 48 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.3 in |
Sunzha has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 28°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Sunzha
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Алания FM | news, ossetian music | MP3 | |
| Road Radio 91.2 | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Sunzha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingush National Museum of Fine Arts | ||||
| Kosta Khetagurov Museum of Ossetian Literature | ||||
| Museum of Ethnology | ||||
| ГКУ Ингушский Государственный музей краеведения им. Т.Мальсагова | ||||
| ГКУ Ингушский Государственный музей краеведения им. Т.Мальсагова | ||||
| Дом музей | ||||
| Дом-музей К.Л. Хетагурова | ||||
| Мемориальный комплекс и музей «Девять башен» | ||||
| Музей истории Владикавказа | ||||
| Музей истории МВД | ||||
| Музей театрального искусства Северной Осетии | ||||
| Музей Терской области | ||||
| Национальный музей РСО-Алания | ||||
| Планетарий | ||||
| Портал | ||||
| Северо-Осетинский государственный художественный музей им. М. С. Туганова |
Libraries in Sunzha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Городская библиотека для слепых | 0.0 | |||||
| Научная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Научная библиотека ИнгГУ | 0.0 | |||||
| Нотно-музыкальная библиотека | 0.0 | |||||
| Республиканская Юношеская Библиотека им. Гайто Газданова | 0.0 | |||||
| Филиал №1 центральной библиотечной системы | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sunzha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Архонское ряды | |||||
| Архонское ряды | |||||
| Владикавказская ярмарка | |||||
| Зелёный рынок | |||||
| Карабулакский Центральный Базар | |||||
| Карцинские ряды | |||||
| Крытый рынок | |||||
| Мальсаговский рынок | |||||
| Первомайский рынок | |||||
| Рынок «Алан» | |||||
| Рынок «Викалина» | |||||
| Рынок «Привоз» | |||||
| Рынок Мархаба | |||||
| Северный рынок | |||||
| Торговые ряды | |||||
| Фруктово-овощной рынок |
Breweries in Sunzha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Дарьял | ||||
| Дарьял | ||||
| Пив-Вар | ||||
| Пив-Вар | ||||
| Пивоваренный дом «Бавария» |
Stadiums & Teams in Sunzha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sunzha
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gudauri Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sunzha
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Magas Airport | IGT | Medium Airport |
| Mozdok Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport | OGZ | Medium Airport |
| Kalinovskaya Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vladikavkaz Gizel' Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sunzha
What is the population of Sunzha?
Sunzha has a population of 11,548 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1,063 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sunzha?
Sunzha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.4 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.