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Zhireken, Russia

Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray · Russia

Zhireken is a small town in Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray, Russia with a population of 3,766. Elevation: 2,428 ft (740 m). Average temperature: 25°F (-4°C).

3,766 Population 1/sq mi density
2,428 ft Elevation 740 meters
25°F Avg Temperature -4°C
15.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Chita Timezone

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About Zhireken

Zhireken

Zhireken is an urban locality in Chernyshevsky District of Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia. Population: 4,565 (2010 census); 3,937 (2002 census); 5,493 (1989 Soviet census).

People

Population3,766
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp25°F (-4°C)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)
Population3,766
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)
Coordinates52.8263°, 117.3061°
TimezoneAsia/Chita
Country🇷🇺 Russia
State / ProvinceZabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray
Average Temperature25°F (-4°C)
January Average-18°F (-28°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation15.5 inches (393 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)

About Zhireken

Zhireken is a small town in Russia (Zabaykalskiy (Transbaikal) Kray) with a population of 3,766. The city sits at an elevation of 2,428 feet (740 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 25°F (-4°C). Temperatures range from -18°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Chita.

Climate in Zhireken

Zhireken 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 407 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 8.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 3.6
Zhireken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 25°F (-4°C). Winters average -18°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 80°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 15.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,428 feet.

Temperature

-18°F Jan (-28°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average24.8°F
54% below Russia avg
January Average-18°F (-28°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,428 ft (740 m)
Area6,598.8 sq mi (17,090.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates52.8263°N, 117.3061°W
TimezoneAsia/Chita

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.5"
59% below Russia avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 24, 2006.

Jan 6, 2006 21 km NW of Baley, Russia M4.6 138 km
Mar 24, 2006 21 km SSE of Kholbon, Russia M4.1 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -18°F (-28°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February -9°F (-23°C) 0.2 in
March 9°F (-13°C) 0.2 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 0.6 in
May 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
September 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
October 26°F (-3°C) 0.5 in
November 3°F (-16°C) 0.4 in
December -13°F (-25°C) 0.2 in

Zhireken has a seasonal temperature swing of 80°F / from -18°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Train Stations in Zhireken

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Арчикой
Бушулей
Жирекен
Зилово

Gas Stations in Zhireken

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RU #6410920285

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zhireken

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Церковь Рождества Иоанна Предтечи

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Chita

🇷🇺 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 Zhireken

What is the population of Zhireken?

Zhireken has a population of 3,766 residents and is located in Russia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,598.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhireken?

Zhireken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 25°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average -18°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 15.5 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

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