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Vitim, Russia

Sakha · Russia

Vitim is a small town in Sakha, Russia with a population of 3,843. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 23°F (-5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,843 Population 4/sq mi density
640 ft Elevation 195 meters
23°F Avg Temperature -5°C
17.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk Timezone

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About Vitim

Vitim

Vitim is an urban locality in Lensky District of the Sakha Republic, Russia, located 229 kilometers (142 mi) from Lensk, the administrative center of the district, on the left bank of the Lena River at its confluence with the Vitim River. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 4,376.

People

Population3,843
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp23°F (-5°C)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Population3,843
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Coordinates59.4433°, 112.5699°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature23°F (-5°C)
January Average-20°F (-29°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation17.1 inches (435 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)

About Vitim

Vitim is a small town in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 3,843. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 23°F (-5°C). Temperatures range from -20°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yakutsk.

Climate in Vitim

Vitim has an average annual temperature of -3.7°C (25°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 485 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -27.4°C / -17°F -32.1° / -22.7° 30.3
Feb -22.3°C / -8°F -28.3° / -16.3° 25.1
Mar -12.6°C / 9°F -20.3° / -4.8° 20.0
Apr -1.5°C / 29°F -8.4° / 5.4° 19.6
May 7.5°C / 46°F 0.4° / 14.6° 38.5
Jun 16.2°C / 61°F 9° / 23.5° 56.7
Jul 19.3°C / 67°F 12.7° / 25.9° 59.6
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 9.5° / 22° 55.6
Sep 7.5°C / 46°F 2.5° / 12.5° 53.8
Oct -2.8°C / 27°F -6.4° / 0.9° 48.4
Nov -17.1°C / 1°F -21.5° / -12.7° 42.2
Dec -27°C / -17°F -31.6° / -22.5° 35.2
Vitim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winters average -20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 83°F. The area gets 305 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 17.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

-20°F Jan (-29°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average23.1°F
57% below Russia avg
January Average-20°F (-29°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area1,044.6 sq mi (2,705.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates59.4433°N, 112.5699°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.1"
55% below Russia avg
Snowfall 7.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.56"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Nov 14, 1995.

Nov 14, 1995 56 km NNE of Peleduy, Russia M4.1 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -20°F (-29°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February -12°F (-25°C) 0.7 in
March 6°F (-15°C) 0.5 in Driest
April 27°F (-3°C) 0.6 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 44°F (6°C) 1.7 in
October 25°F (-4°C) 1.6 in
November 1°F (-17°C) 1.5 in
December -13°F (-25°C) 1.3 in

Vitim has a seasonal temperature swing of 83°F / from -20°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Vitim

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Филиал "ДШИ п.Витим" - - - -
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Hotels in Vitim

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Гостиница Аэропорта

Gas Stations in Vitim

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Саханефтегазсбыт

Airports Near Vitim

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vitim Airport-Small Airport

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 Vitim

What is the population of Vitim?

Vitim has a population of 3,843 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,044.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vitim?

Vitim has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 23°F (-5°C). Winter temperatures average -20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.

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