Verkhnyaya Balkariya, Russia
Kabardino-Balkariya Republic · Russia
Verkhnyaya Balkariya is a small city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia with a population of 5,132. Elevation: 3,661 ft (1,116 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 5,132 |
| Population Density | 144 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,661 ft (1,116 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1255°, 43.4569° |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Kabardino-Balkariya Republic |
| Average Temperature | 35°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.2 inches (1,021 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.7 inches (42 cm) |
About Verkhnyaya Balkariya
Verkhnyaya Balkariya is a small city in Russia (Kabardino-Balkariya Republic) with a population of 5,132. The city sits at an elevation of 3,661 feet (1,116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.0°F |
| 35% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,661 ft (1,116 m) |
| Area | 35.6 sq mi (92.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 144/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1255°N, 43.4569°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 86 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 97 km |
| Samsari Volcanic Center | Lava cone(s) | 3,290 m (10,794 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 19°F (-7°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in |
Verkhnyaya Balkariya has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 18°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Школа №2 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Verkhnyaya Balkariya
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyazim Myachiev Memorial house | ||||
| Затерянный мир |
Hotels in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Verkhnyaya Balkariya
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ambrolauri Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Nalchik Airport | NAL | Medium Airport |
| Mestia Queen Tamar Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Почта России |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Verkhnyaya Balkariya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Старая мечеть |
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Waterfalls Near Verkhnyaya Balkariya
14 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Verkhnyaya Balkariya.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 5 мелких водопадов | |
| Байради | |
| Бородага | |
| Геби | |
| Гидан | |
| Дигорское ущелье, байради | |
| Жигинджи | |
| Каскадный "Жемчужный" | |
| Солдат | |
| Три сестры | |
| Три сестры | |
| Три сестры | |
| Харесский | |
| Чёртова мельница |
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Public Holidays in Russia
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What is the population of Verkhnyaya Balkariya?
Verkhnyaya Balkariya has a population of 5,132 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Verkhnyaya Balkariya?
Verkhnyaya Balkariya has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow.
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