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Yuzhno-Kurilsk, Russia
Sakhalin Oblast · Russia
Yuzhno-Kurilsk is a small city in Sakhalin Oblast, Russia with a population of 7,777. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 7,777 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0273°, 145.8615° |
| Timezone | Asia/Sakhalin |
| Country | 🇷🇺 Russia |
| State / Province | Sakhalin Oblast |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.1 inches (31 cm) |
About Yuzhno-Kurilsk
Yuzhno-Kurilsk is a small city in Russia (Sakhalin Oblast) with a population of 7,777. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Sakhalin.
Climate in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
Yuzhno-Kurilsk has an average annual temperature of 5.7°C (42°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.2°C), the coldest is Feb (-4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1297 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.1°F |
| 26% below Russia avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 716.6 sq mi (1,856.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0273°N, 145.8615°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Sakhalin |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.4 m (34 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1994 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 10.4 m | 11 | 120 km |
| 1973 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 92 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 134 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 92 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 144 km |
| 1974 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 114 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 110 km |
| 1968 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 83 km |
| 1980 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 91 km |
| 2004 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 128 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 148 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Raususan [Mendeleev] (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 12 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 35 km |
| Chachadake [Tiatia] | Stratovolcano | 1,822 m (5,978 ft) | 1981 | 48 km |
| Ruruidake [Smirnov] | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 57 km |
| Berutarubesan [Berutarube] | Stratovolcano | 1,221 m (4,006 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 116 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 124 km |
| Etorofu-Atosanupuri [Atosanupuri] | Stratovolcano | 1,206 m (3,957 ft) | 1932 | 133 km |
| Nishihitokappuyama [Bogatyr Ridge] | Stratovolcano | 1,634 m (5,361 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 165 km |
| Etorofu-Yakeyama [Grozny Group] | Complex(es) | 1,158 m (3,799 ft) | 2013 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 35°F (1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in |
Yuzhno-Kurilsk has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 20°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Муз.школа | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yuzhno-Kurilsk
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Южно-Курильский краеведческий музей им. Ф.И. Пыжьянова |
Hotels in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Yuzhno-Kurilsk
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yuzhno-Kurilsk Mendeleyevo Airport | DEE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Почта | |
| СДЭК |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yuzhno-Kurilsk
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Храм Святой Живоначальной Троицы | |
| Церковь Всех Святых, в земле Российской просиявших | |
| Часовня Иннокентия, митрополита Московского |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Yuzhno-Kurilsk
What is the population of Yuzhno-Kurilsk?
Yuzhno-Kurilsk has a population of 7,777 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 716.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yuzhno-Kurilsk?
Yuzhno-Kurilsk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 12.1 inches of snow.