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Verkhnevilyuysk, Russia

Sakha · Russia

Verkhnevilyuysk is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 6,341. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 16°F (-9°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,341 Population 924/sq mi density
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
16°F Avg Temperature -9°C
10.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk Timezone

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About Verkhnevilyuysk

Verkhnevilyuysk is a rural locality and the administrative center of Verkhnevilyuysky District of Sakha Republic, Russia. Its population as of the 2010 Census was 6,457, of whom 3,015 were male and 3,442 female, down from 6,555 as recorded during the 2002 Census.

People

Population6,341
Density924/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp16°F (-9°C)
Rain10.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Population6,341
Population Density924 / sq mi
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates63.4457°, 120.3081°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature16°F (-9°C)
January Average-33°F (-36°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation10.9 inches (277 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)

About Verkhnevilyuysk

Verkhnevilyuysk is a small city in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 6,341. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 16°F (-9°C). Temperatures range from -33°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yakutsk.

Verkhnevilyuysk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 16°F (-9°C). Winters average -33°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 98°F. The area gets 316 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 10.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

-33°F Jan (-36°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average16.2°F
70% below Russia avg
January Average-33°F (-36°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density924/sq mi
Coordinates63.4457°N, 120.3081°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.9"
71% below Russia avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.89"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -33°F (-36°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -25°F (-31°C) 0.3 in Driest
March -2°F (-19°C) 0.4 in
April 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in
May 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.4 in
September 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
October 17°F (-8°C) 1.1 in
November -13°F (-25°C) 0.8 in
December -30°F (-34°C) 0.6 in

Verkhnevilyuysk has a seasonal temperature swing of 98°F / from -33°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.9") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Verkhnevilyuysk

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Интернат
Верхневилюйская СОШ №1 им. И. Барахова
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Radio Stations near Verkhnevilyuysk

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Verkhnevilyuysk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Историко-Этнографический Музей

Cafes in Verkhnevilyuysk

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ҮЙЭ

Clinics in Verkhnevilyuysk

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #740030478

Gas Stations in Verkhnevilyuysk

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #161412515
RU #739107234
Саханефтегазсбыт

Banks in Verkhnevilyuysk

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Shopping Malls in Verkhnevilyuysk

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ТЦ Вилюй

Gyms in Verkhnevilyuysk

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #6289073127

Stadiums & Teams in Verkhnevilyuysk

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Airports Near Verkhnevilyuysk

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Verkhnevilyuisk AirportVHVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Verkhnevilyuysk

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Почта России 678230
Почта России 678234

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Yakutsk

🇷🇺 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 Verkhnevilyuysk

What is the population of Verkhnevilyuysk?

Verkhnevilyuysk has a population of 6,341 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 924 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Verkhnevilyuysk?

Verkhnevilyuysk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 16°F (-9°C). Winter temperatures average -33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.9 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

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