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Zhemtala, Russia

Kabardino-Balkariya Republic · Russia

Zhemtala is a small town in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia with a population of 3,266. Elevation: 2,530 ft (771 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3,266 Population 178/sq mi density
2,530 ft Elevation 771 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Moscow Timezone

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People

Population3,266
Density178/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,530 ft (771 m)
Population3,266
Population Density178 / sq mi
Elevation2,530 ft (771 m)
Coordinates43.2841°, 43.6559°
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceKabardino-Balkariya Republic
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.8 inches (17 cm)

About Zhemtala

Zhemtala is a small town in Russia (Kabardino-Balkariya Republic) with a population of 3,266. The city sits at an elevation of 2,530 feet (771 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Moscow.

Climate in Zhemtala

Zhemtala has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 649 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 32.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 87.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 111.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 77.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 45.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.9
Zhemtala experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.0 inches. The area receives 6.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,530 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below Russia avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,530 ft (771 m)
Area18.4 sq mi (47.6 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates43.2841°N, 43.6559°W
TimezoneEurope/Moscow

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Russia avg
Snowfall 6.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

150 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 20, 2025.

Apr 29, 1991 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia M7.0 92 km
Oct 23, 1992 38 km ESE of St’epants’minda, Georgia M6.4 141 km
Jun 15, 1991 9 km NE of Java, Georgia M6.3 96 km
Apr 29, 1991 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia M6.1 89 km
Sep 7, 2009 8 km N of Oni, Georgia M6.0 72 km
May 3, 1991 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia M5.6 75 km
Apr 29, 1991 24 km NW of Java, Georgia M5.5 79 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M5.4 89 km
Apr 29, 1991 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M5.4 87 km
Jul 4, 1991 14 km E of Java, Georgia M5.4 107 km
Feb 6, 2006 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia M5.3 71 km
May 3, 1991 16 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia M5.2 78 km
May 2, 1991 15 km N of Java, Georgia M5.1 86 km
Feb 22, 1993 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia M5.0 83 km
Jun 3, 2024 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia M4.9 88 km
May 15, 1991 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia M4.9 84 km
Apr 29, 1991 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia M4.9 82 km
Apr 29, 1991 Russia-Georgia border region M4.9 80 km
Aug 18, 2011 19 km WNW of Ambrolauri, Georgia M4.8 95 km
Sep 7, 2009 Russia-Georgia border region M4.8 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kazbek (95 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kazbek Stratovolcano 5,050 m (16,568 ft) -750 95 km
Elbrus Stratovolcano 5,642 m (18,510 ft) 50 99 km
Samsari Volcanic Center Lava cone(s) 3,290 m (10,794 ft) Unknown 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 1.8 in

Zhemtala has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 27°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Zhemtala

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Школа №1
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Radio Stations near Zhemtala

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Zhemtala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Дом-музей Бекмурзы Пачева
Дом-музей Марко Вовчок
Затерянный мир
Краеведческий музей
Музей изобразительных искусств

Libraries in Zhemtala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Научная библиотека КБГАУ им. В. М. Кокова0.0
Научная библиотека КБГАУ им. В. М. Кокова0.0
Национальная библиотека0.0
Национальная библиотека0.0
Периодика0.0
Периодика0.0

Farmers Markets in Zhemtala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Александровка
Дубки
Зелёный
Искож
Козий
Стрелка
Торгово-закупочная база
Ярмарка выходного дня

Gas Stations in Zhemtala

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #1142592248

Banks in Zhemtala

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sberbank

Gyms in Zhemtala

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Физкультуно-оздоровительный комплекс

Stadiums & Teams in Zhemtala

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Zhemtala

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nalchik AirportNALMedium Airport

Post Offices in Zhemtala

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Верхний Лескен 361372

Treatment Centers in Zhemtala

27 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
3Z
Clinic №2
Helix
Амбулатория
Детская поликлинка №1
Детская поликлинка №1
Детская поликлинка №2
Детская поликлинка №2
Детская поликлинка №2
Детская поликлинка №2
Кожвендиспансер
МастерСлух
Медиум
Наркодиспансер
Патологоанатомическое бюро
Поликлиника №1
Поликлиника №1
Поликлиника №2
Поликлиника №2
Поликлиника №3
Поликлиника №3
Поликлиника Кабардино-Балкарского государственного университета
Психоневрологический диспансер
Станция переливания крови
Туберкулезный диспансер
Физкультурный диспансер
Эстрамед

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Moscow

🇷🇺 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 Zhemtala

What is the population of Zhemtala?

Zhemtala has a population of 3,266 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 178 people per square mile, spread across 18.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhemtala?

Zhemtala has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 6.8 inches of snow.

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