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Zhemchug, Russia

Buryatiya Republic · Russia

Zhemchug is a small town in Buryatiya Republic, Russia with a population of 1,800. Elevation: 2,392 ft (729 m). Average temperature: 28°F (-2°C).

1,800 Population 5/sq mi density
2,392 ft Elevation 729 meters
28°F Avg Temperature -2°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Irkutsk Timezone

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About Zhemchug

Zhemchug

Zhemchug Canyon is an underwater canyon located in the Bering Sea between the Siberian and Alaskan coastlines. It is the deepest submarine canyon in the world with a vertical relief of 8,530 feet and a length of 99 miles . The canyon is renowned for its extraordinary size and unique marine environment. It forms a significant portion of the Bering Sea's ecosystem, contributing to its biological productivity and natural habitat for a diverse range of marine species.

People

Population1,800
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp28°F (-2°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Population1,800
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Coordinates51.6861°, 102.4590°
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceBuryatiya Republic
Average Temperature28°F (-2°C)
January Average-13°F (-25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (385 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.9 inches (5 cm)

About Zhemchug

Zhemchug is a small town in Russia (Buryatiya Republic) with a population of 1,800. The city sits at an elevation of 2,392 feet (729 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 28°F (-2°C). Temperatures range from -13°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Irkutsk.

Climate in Zhemchug

Zhemchug has an average annual temperature of -0.8°C (31°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-24°C). Average annual precipitation is 380 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -24°C / -11°F -30.7° / -17.4° 3.6
Feb -18.4°C / -1°F -26.8° / -9.9° 2.9
Mar -7°C / 19°F -15.4° / 1.3° 3.9
Apr 3.4°C / 38°F -4.4° / 11.3° 11.4
May 10°C / 50°F 1.4° / 18.6° 27.6
Jun 15.9°C / 61°F 8.3° / 23.5° 67.4
Jul 18.4°C / 65°F 11.8° / 25° 103.9
Aug 16°C / 61°F 9.3° / 22.8° 90.2
Sep 9°C / 48°F 2° / 16.1° 46.0
Oct 0.8°C / 33°F -6.1° / 7.6° 11.3
Nov -11.7°C / 11°F -17.9° / -5.5° 6.7
Dec -21.4°C / -7°F -27.1° / -15.7° 5.2
Zhemchug has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winters average -13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 75°F. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,392 feet.

Temperature

-13°F Jan (-25°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average28.4°F
47% below Russia avg
January Average-13°F (-25°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,392 ft (729 m)
Area381.6 sq mi (988.2 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates51.6861°N, 102.4590°W
TimezoneAsia/Irkutsk

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Russia avg
Snowfall 1.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M5.6 on May 3, 2021.

Jan 11, 2021 29 km SSW of Turt, Mongolia M6.7 147 km
Jun 29, 1995 49 km WNW of Kultuk, Russia M5.8 54 km
May 3, 2021 28 km SW of Turt, Mongolia M5.6 147 km
Jan 11, 2021 10 km WSW of Turt, Mongolia M5.4 136 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km SW of Turt, Mongolia M5.3 139 km
Jan 11, 2021 19 km WSW of Turt, Mongolia M5.1 144 km
Jan 13, 2021 26 km WNW of Turt, Mongolia M4.9 150 km
Feb 23, 2005 83 km NNW of Kyren, Russia M4.8 95 km
Mar 29, 2019 35 km WNW of Kyren, Russia M4.7 57 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km WSW of Turt, Mongolia M4.6 143 km
Sep 1, 2014 27 km N of Bayangol, Russia M4.6 109 km
Sep 17, 2003 49 km W of Kyren, Russia M4.6 71 km
Mar 12, 2021 18 km SW of Turt, Mongolia M4.5 143 km
Jan 11, 2021 24 km WSW of Turt, Mongolia M4.5 150 km
Jan 12, 2021 16 km W of Turt, Mongolia M4.4 142 km
Jan 14, 2021 33 km NW of Turt, Mongolia M4.4 146 km
Sep 1, 2002 54 km SSW of Slyudyanka, Russia M4.4 76 km
Jan 11, 2021 27 km SW of Turt, Mongolia M4.3 148 km
Jan 11, 2021 23 km SSW of Turt, Mongolia M4.3 139 km
Jan 14, 2021 30 km S of Turt, Mongolia M4.3 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tunkin Depression (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tunkin Depression Volcanic field 1,200 m (3,937 ft) Unknown 21 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -13°F (-25°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February -4°F (-20°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 15°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
April 35°F (2°C) 0.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
October 31°F (-0°C) 0.5 in
November 9°F (-13°C) 0.3 in
December -7°F (-22°C) 0.2 in

Zhemchug has a seasonal temperature swing of 75°F / from -13°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Zhemchug

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Zhemchug

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Жемчуг (Иркут-Инвест)
Жемчуг (РЖД)
Красная поляна
Мунгэн Сэргэ
Радуга (Облкоммунэнерго)
Хонгор-Ула курорт
Энергетик (Гранд Байкал)

Cafes in Zhemchug

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Белый месяц
Будамшуу
Гостиный двор
Долина
Жемчуг
Легенда (Карамболь)
Нютаг
Смак
Уряал

Clinics in Zhemchug

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #5194593265

Gas Stations in Zhemchug

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #1495989258
Роснефть

Airports Near Zhemchug

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kyren AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Zhemchug

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
ОПС 671021
Телеграф, телефон

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zhemchug

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Место Силы
Небольшое место поклонения
Субурган Дуддол
Субурган Юндей в местности Нурай

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Irkutsk

🇷🇺 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

Volcanoes Near Zhemchug

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Tunkin Depression Volcanic field 1,200 m

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 Zhemchug

What is the population of Zhemchug?

Zhemchug has a population of 1,800 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 381.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhemchug?

Zhemchug has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average -13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.

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