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Urkarakh, Russia
Dagestan · Russia
Urkarakh is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 5,548. Elevation: 4,242 ft (1,293 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Urkarakh
Urkarakh is a rural locality and the administrative center of Dakhadayevsky District of the Republic of Dagestan, Russia. Population: 4,394 (2010 census); 5,182 (2002 census); 4,208 (1989 Soviet census).
People
Climate
| Population | 5,548 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.1629°, 47.6303° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Dagestan |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.8 inches (554 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.3 inches (8 cm) |
About Urkarakh
Urkarakh is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 5,548. The city sits at an elevation of 4,242 feet (1,293 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,242 ft (1,293 m) |
| Area | 216.8 sq mi (561.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1629°N, 47.6303°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1970 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 31 | 121 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in |
Urkarakh has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 26°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Urkarakh
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Калкнинская СОШ | - | - | - | - |
| МКОУ "Бускринская СОШ" | - | - | - | - |
| Зильбачинская СОШ 29 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Urkarakh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Кубачинский комбинат народных промыслов |
Libraries in Urkarakh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Библиотека | 0.0 |
Dentists in Urkarakh
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Urkarakh
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Urkarakh
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Urkarakh
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | Large Airport |
| Akhty Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Novokayakent Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Urkarakh
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| мечеть |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Urkarakh?
Urkarakh has a population of 5,548 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 216.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Urkarakh?
Urkarakh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.