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Sunzha, Russia

Ingushetiya Republic · Russia

Sunzha is a mid-size city in Ingushetiya Republic, Russia with a population of 71,841. Elevation: 1,070 ft (326 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

71,841 Population 790/sq mi density
1,070 ft Elevation 326 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population71,841
Density790/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Population71,841
Population Density790 / sq mi
Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Coordinates43.3206°, 45.0490°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceIngushetiya Republic
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (576 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.1 inches (8 cm)

About Sunzha

Sunzha is a mid-size city in Russia (Ingushetiya Republic) with a population of 71,841. The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet (326 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Sunzha

Sunzha has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 642 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.2°C / 32°F -9.7° / 13° 23.2
Feb 1.5°C / 35°F -10.7° / 17.4° 32.5
Mar 5.3°C / 42°F -5.1° / 21.4° 44.4
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 1.1° / 27.4° 49.2
May 16.9°C / 62°F 6° / 32° 104.8
Jun 23.2°C / 74°F 12.7° / 34.9° 100.4
Jul 25.4°C / 78°F 14.3° / 38° 75.0
Aug 25.6°C / 78°F 15.1° / 38° 46.8
Sep 19.3°C / 67°F 8.5° / 34.3° 54.3
Oct 13.1°C / 56°F 1.4° / 26.7° 38.4
Nov 6.1°C / 43°F -4.6° / 20.7° 42.9
Dec 1.7°C / 35°F -7.4° / 11.9° 29.8
Sunzha experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below Russia avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Area91.0 sq mi (235.6 km²)
Population Density790/sq mi
Coordinates43.3206°N, 45.0490°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.7"
40% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

164 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 20, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia M7.0 148 km
Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 82 km
Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 128 km
Apr 29, 1991 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia M6.1 131 km
Sep 7, 2009 8 km N of Oni, Georgia M6.0 150 km
Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 146 km
Apr 29, 1991 24 km NW of Java, Georgia M5.5 133 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M5.4 127 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 129 km
Feb 6, 2006 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia M5.3 145 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 144 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 145 km
May 2, 1991 15 km N of Java, Georgia M5.1 124 km
Feb 22, 1993 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia M5.0 129 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 133 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M4.9 130 km
Apr 29, 1991 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia M4.9 127 km
Sep 19, 1999 3 km S of Kizilyurt, Russia M4.8 149 km
Jul 23, 1990 14 km WNW of Ansalta, Russia M4.8 99 km
May 4, 1993 36 km WSW of Itum-Kali, Russia M4.8 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (82 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 82 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.0 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.4 in
September 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in

Sunzha has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.9").

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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ingush National Museum of Fine Arts

Libraries in Sunzha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Научная библиотека ИнгГУ0.0

Farmers Markets in Sunzha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Карабулакский Центральный Базар
Рынок

Hotels in Sunzha

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunzha Hotel

Train Stations in Sunzha

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Слепцовская

Gas Stations in Sunzha

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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RU #703442751
Метан
Роснефть
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Роснефть

Airports Near Sunzha

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akhmat Kadyrov Grozny International AirportGRVLarge Airport
Khankala Air BaseMedium Airport
Magas AirportIGTMedium Airport
Mozdok Air BaseMedium Airport
Vladikavkaz Beslan International AirportOGZMedium Airport
Kalinovskaya AirfieldSmall Airport
Vladikavkaz Gizel' AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sunzha

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
СДЭК

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sunzha

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Белая мечеть
Церковь Покрова Пресвятой Богородицы

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

Around Sunzha

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Pharmacies 1
Supermarkets 1

🇷🇺 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 Sunzha

What is the population of Sunzha?

Sunzha has a population of 71,841 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 790 people per square mile, spread across 91.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sunzha?

Sunzha has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.

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