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Vostok, Russia

Primorye · Russia

Vostok is a small town in Primorye, Russia with a population of 3,452. Elevation: 1,332 ft (406 m). Average temperature: 31°F (-0°C).

3,452 Population 203/sq mi density
1,332 ft Elevation 406 meters
31°F Avg Temperature -0°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Vladivostok Timezone

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About Vostok

Vostok

Vostok Station is a Russian research station in inland Princess Elizabeth Land, Antarctica. Founded by the Soviet Union in 1957, the station lies at the southern Pole of Cold, with the lowest reliably measured natural temperature on Earth of −89.2 °C. Research includes ice core drilling and magnetometry. Vostok was named after Vostok, the lead ship of the First Russian Antarctic Expedition captained by Fabian von Bellingshausen. The Bellingshausen Station was named after this captain.

People

Population3,452
Density203/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp31°F (-0°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Population3,452
Population Density203 / sq mi
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Coordinates46.4519°, 135.8277°
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvincePrimorye
Average Temperature31°F (-0°C)
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)

About Vostok

Vostok is a small town in Russia (Primorye) with a population of 3,452. The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet (406 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 31°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from -9°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Vladivostok.

Vostok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average -9°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 76°F. The area gets 274 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 34.1 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet.

Temperature

-9°F Jan (-23°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average31.3°F
42% below Russia avg
January Average-9°F (-23°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Area17.0 sq mi (44.0 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates46.4519°N, 135.8277°W
TimezoneAsia/Vladivostok

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below Russia avg
Snowfall 7.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.46"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.6 on May 11, 2025.

Feb 1, 2002 46 km N of Terney, Russia M5.9 130 km
Oct 1, 1997 33 km SE of Vostok, Russia M5.5 33 km
Aug 20, 1998 61 km NNE of Terney, Russia M5.2 130 km
Feb 25, 1995 50 km N of Vostok, Russia M4.8 51 km
May 11, 2025 45 km SE of Vostok, Russia M4.6 45 km
May 27, 2021 65 km E of Vostok, Russia M4.2 65 km
Mar 14, 2019 22 km E of Vostok, Russia M4.0 23 km
Jul 15, 2017 48 km NNE of Terney, Russia M4.0 144 km
May 15, 2001 46 km NE of Terney, Russia M3.8 147 km
Apr 6, 2005 97 km ESE of Vostok, Russia M3.4 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -9°F (-23°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February -1°F (-19°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 15°F (-10°C) 1.1 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 67°F (19°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 6.5 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
October 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
November 14°F (-10°C) 1.7 in
December -4°F (-20°C) 1.0 in

Vostok has a seasonal temperature swing of 76°F / from -9°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Vostok

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МКОУ "СОШ № 31"
МКУ ДО "ДДТ"
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Radio Stations near Vostok

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Airports Near Vostok

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vostok AirfieldSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vostok

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Central Sikhote-AlinNatural2001

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Vladivostok

🇷🇺 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vostok

Central Sikhote-Alin
Natural · inscribed 2001
The Sikhote-Alin mountain range contains one of the richest and most unusual temperate forests of the world. In this mixed zone between taiga and subtropics, southern species such as the tiger and Himalayan bear cohabit with northern species such as the brown ...

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 Vostok

What is the population of Vostok?

Vostok has a population of 3,452 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vostok?

Vostok has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average -9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.

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