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Verkhneye Kazanishche, Russia

Dagestan · Russia

Verkhneye Kazanishche is a small city in Dagestan, Russia with a population of 6,444. Elevation: 2,326 ft (709 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,444 Population 20/sq mi density
2,326 ft Elevation 709 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
19.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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About Verkhneye Kazanishche

Verkhneye Kazanishche is a rural locality and the administrative centre of Verkhnekazanishchensky Selsoviet, Buynaksky District, Republic of Dagestan, Russia. The population was 6,573 as of 2010. There are 53 streets.

People

Population6,444
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Population6,444
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Coordinates42.7355°, 47.1378°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceDagestan
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (499 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)

About Verkhneye Kazanishche

Verkhneye Kazanishche is a small city in Russia (Dagestan) with a population of 6,444. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet (709 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Verkhneye Kazanishche

Verkhneye Kazanishche has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 472 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.1°C / 32°F -3.9° / 3.8° 19.9
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -3.4° / 4.8° 20.4
Mar 5.3°C / 42°F 0.7° / 9.9° 26.0
Apr 10.8°C / 51°F 5.8° / 15.9° 31.4
May 16.4°C / 62°F 11° / 21.9° 57.3
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 15.4° / 27.1° 63.1
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 17.9° / 29.6° 58.6
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 17.8° / 29.3° 52.1
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 13.2° / 23.4° 57.4
Oct 12.3°C / 54°F 7.6° / 17° 35.2
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F 1.6° / 10° 30.0
Dec 1.6°C / 35°F -2.4° / 5.5° 20.8
Verkhneye Kazanishche experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,326 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below Russia avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,326 ft (709 m)
Area327.9 sq mi (849.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates42.7355°N, 47.1378°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.7"
48% below Russia avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.83"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

200 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M5.4 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jan 31, 1999 1 km SSE of Bavtugay, Russia M5.7 53 km
May 7, 2012 1 km ENE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.6 135 km
Oct 14, 2012 10 km E of Lagodekhi, Georgia M5.5 118 km
Aug 26, 2025 21 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M5.4 96 km
Sep 17, 2013 21 km N of Q’vareli, Georgia M5.3 127 km
Feb 21, 1999 Caucasus region, Russia M5.3 59 km
Jun 5, 2018 2 km SE of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 138 km
May 7, 2012 4 km WNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M5.3 136 km
May 3, 2017 12 km ESE of Tsurib, Russia M5.2 64 km
May 18, 2012 11 km WSW of Çinarl?, Azerbaijan M5.1 147 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 101 km
Jun 29, 2014 3 km SSE of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M5.0 132 km
May 21, 1991 Caspian Sea M5.0 74 km
Apr 17, 1994 Russia-Georgia-Azerbaijan border region M5.0 111 km
Jun 5, 2001 53 km NNE of Derbent, Russia M5.0 126 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 110 km
May 18, 2012 3 km NNW of Mamrux, Azerbaijan M4.9 133 km
Jan 11, 2007 46 km ENE of Novokayakent, Russia M4.9 114 km
Feb 15, 1992 17 km WNW of Ashil’ta, Russia M4.9 51 km
Aug 10, 2019 4 km NW of Zaqatala, Azerbaijan M4.9 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1970 CASPIAN SEA Earthquake 31 51 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
March 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Wettest
July 68°F (20°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 1.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 1.1 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 0.7 in

Verkhneye Kazanishche has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 28°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Verkhneye Kazanishche

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
2-я Школа им. Закира Даудова
Школа №2
1-ая Школа
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Radio Stations near Verkhneye Kazanishche

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Прибой folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Verkhneye Kazanishche

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Историко-краеведческий музей
Национальный музей им.Тахо Годи

Libraries in Verkhneye Kazanishche

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека0.0
Сельская библиотека0.0
Филиал #10.0

Clinics in Verkhneye Kazanishche

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

поликлиника

Gas Stations in Verkhneye Kazanishche

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #765135015
RU #765135016

Stadiums & Teams in Verkhneye Kazanishche

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Verkhneye Kazanishche

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Makhachkala Uytash International AirportMCXLarge Airport
Khunzakh Alart AirportSmall Airport
Makhachkala-1 AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Verkhneye Kazanishche

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Реабилитационный центр

Churches & Religious Organizations in Verkhneye Kazanishche

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Джума
Зиярат Сайфула Къади
Мечеть
МЕЧЕТЬ ИМЕНИ АЙДАЙГЬАЖИ

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

🇷🇺 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 Verkhneye Kazanishche

What is the population of Verkhneye Kazanishche?

Verkhneye Kazanishche has a population of 6,444 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 327.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Verkhneye Kazanishche?

Verkhneye Kazanishche has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

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