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Verkhniy Kurkuzhin, Russia
Kabardino-Balkariya Republic · Russia
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin is a small town in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia with a population of 3,129. Elevation: 2,638 ft (804 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 3,129 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.6956°, 43.2747° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Kabardino-Balkariya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (644 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.4 inches (11 cm) |
About Verkhniy Kurkuzhin
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin is a small town in Russia (Kabardino-Balkariya Republic) with a population of 3,129. The city sits at an elevation of 2,638 feet (804 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Climate in Verkhniy Kurkuzhin
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 649 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Area | 51.0 sq mi (132.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6956°N, 43.2747°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 77 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 35°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.1 in |
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (0.9").
Stadiums & Teams in Verkhniy Kurkuzhin
| Team | League | Division |
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Airports Near Verkhniy Kurkuzhin
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mineralnye Vody Airport | MRV | Large Airport |
| Nalchik Airport | NAL | Medium Airport |
| Mestia Queen Tamar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yessentuki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Verkhniy Kurkuzhin?
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin has a population of 3,129 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 51.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Verkhniy Kurkuzhin?
Verkhniy Kurkuzhin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow.