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Zhatay, Russia

Sakha · Russia

Zhatay is a small city in Sakha, Russia with a population of 8,131. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 14°F (-10°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,131 Population 958/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
14°F Avg Temperature -10°C
9.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Yakutsk Timezone

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About Zhatay

Zhatay is an urban locality under the administrative jurisdiction of the city of republic significance of Yakutsk in the Sakha Republic, Russia, located on the left bank of the Lena River, 15 kilometers (9.3 mi) downstream of Yakutsk. As of the 2010 Census, its population was 9,504.

People

Population8,131
Density958/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp14°F (-10°C)
Rain9.6 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Population8,131
Population Density958 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates62.1626°, 129.8341°
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceSakha
Average Temperature14°F (-10°C)
January Average-40°F (-40°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation9.6 inches (243 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)

About Zhatay

Zhatay is a small city in Russia (Sakha) with a population of 8,131. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 14°F (-10°C). Temperatures range from -40°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Yakutsk.

Climate in Zhatay

Zhatay has an average annual temperature of -8.1°C (17°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.4°C), the coldest is Dec (-37°C). Average annual precipitation is 233 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -36.9°C / -34°F -39.8° / -34° 9.8
Feb -32.6°C / -27°F -37.3° / -27.8° 8.6
Mar -18.9°C / -2°F -26° / -11.8° 6.5
Apr -4°C / 25°F -10.5° / 2.5° 7.9
May 7.6°C / 46°F 1.4° / 13.7° 20.4
Jun 16.4°C / 62°F 9.7° / 23.1° 29.7
Jul 19.4°C / 67°F 12.9° / 25.8° 39.3
Aug 15.5°C / 60°F 9.2° / 21.8° 36.7
Sep 6.5°C / 44°F 1.2° / 11.8° 29.6
Oct -7°C / 19°F -11° / -3° 18.6
Nov -26°C / -15°F -29.7° / -22.3° 16.9
Dec -37°C / -35°F -39.5° / -34.4° 8.8
Zhatay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 14°F (-10°C). Winters average -40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 105°F. The area gets 319 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 9.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

-40°F Jan (-40°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average14.0°F
74% below Russia avg
January Average-40°F (-40°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density958/sq mi
Coordinates62.1626°N, 129.8341°W
TimezoneAsia/Yakutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.6"
75% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.61"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -40°F (-40°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February -32°F (-35°C) 0.3 in
March -8°F (-22°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 21°F (-6°C) 0.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
July 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
September 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
October 17°F (-8°C) 0.7 in
November -21°F (-29°C) 0.6 in
December -38°F (-39°C) 0.4 in

Zhatay has a seasonal temperature swing of 105°F / from -40°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Zhatay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
МБОУ СОш №2 им.Д.Х.Скрябина - - - -
Школа №1 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Zhatay

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Zhatay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
"Сокровищница Якутии"
Ammosov museum
Local History Museum
Mamooth museum
Museum of the History of Permafrost Studies
The Kingdom of Permafrost
Государственный литературный музей им П.А. Ойунского
Детский музейный центр
Дом-музей истории политической ссылки Якутии
Музей истории г. Якутска
Музей истории и культуры народов Севера им. Е.М. Ярославского
Музей истории и культуры народов Севера им. Е.М. Ярославского
Музей поселка Жатай
Музей хомусов народов мира
Россия — Моя история
Царство Царя Гороха
Этнографический комплекс Чочур-Муран

Libraries in Zhatay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Библиотека "Мир приключений"0.0
Библиотека "Школьный мир"0.0
Научная библиотека0.0
упц0.0

Farmers Markets in Zhatay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kruzhalo
Продовольственный рынок «Белое озеро»
Сайсары

Clinics in Zhatay

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RU #1327809327

Gas Stations in Zhatay

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Саханефтегазсбыт

Banks in Zhatay

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Stadiums & Teams in Zhatay

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Zhatay

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Platon Oyunsky Yakutsk International AirportYKSLarge Airport
Magan AirportGYGMedium Airport

Post Offices in Zhatay

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Якутск 677902
Якутск 677902

Treatment Centers in Zhatay

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Family Clinic
Oncological center
Polyclinic No 1
Polyclinic №4
Доктор-Офис
Женская консультация
Консультационно-диагностический центр
Поликлиника МВД
Республиканский кардиологический диспансер
Центр охраны материнства и детства

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zhatay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Георгия Победоносца

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 Zhatay

What is the population of Zhatay?

Zhatay has a population of 8,131 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 958 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhatay?

Zhatay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 14°F (-10°C). Winter temperatures average -40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.6 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

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