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Velikent, Russia
Dagestan · Russia
Velikent is a small town in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 4,020. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Velikent
Velikent is a rural locality in Derbentsky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 4,202 as of 2010. The village has an Azerbaijani-majority. There are 47 streets.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,020 |
| Population Density | 273 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.1876°, 48.0637° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Dagestan |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (381 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Velikent
Velikent is a small town in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 4,020. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Velikent
Velikent has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.8°C), the coldest is Feb (3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 413 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 14.7 sq mi (38.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 273/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1876°N, 48.0637°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 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in |
Velikent has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 34°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (1.9") and April the driest (0.9").
Schools in Velikent
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Начальная школа | - | - | - | - |
| Великентская средняя школа | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа | - | - | - | - |
| Средняя школа | - | - | - | - |
| Школа 12А | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Velikent
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Velikent
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naryn-kala Fortress | ||||
| Дом-музей А. Бестужева-Марлинского | ||||
| Землянка Петра I | ||||
| Музей быта древнего Дербента | ||||
| Музей города | ||||
| Музей истории мировых культур и религий |
Libraries in Velikent
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Городская библиотека | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Velikent
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Верхний базар | |||||
| Городской рынок |
Clinics in Velikent
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Velikent
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Velikent
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Velikent
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Velikent
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | MCX | Large Airport |
| Akhty Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Novokayakent Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Velikent
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Почтовое отделение связи №368628 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Velikent
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Мечеть | |
| Мечеть | |
| мечеть | |
| Мечеть 2 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Russia
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Velikent?
Velikent has a population of 4,020 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 273 people per square mile, spread across 14.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Velikent?
Velikent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.