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Weather & Climate in El’brus, Russia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
El’brus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 26.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 5,879 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-10°C)
47°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 29.7°F |
| 45% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,879 ft (1,792 m) |
| Area | 24.3 sq mi (63.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2577°N, 42.6444°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
139 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M7.0.
| Apr 29, 1991 | 22 km WNW of Java, Georgia | M7.0 | 123 km | 17 km |
| Jun 15, 1991 | 9 km NE of Java, Georgia | M6.3 | 142 km | 9 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M6.1 | 132 km | 14 km |
| Sep 7, 2009 | 8 km N of Oni, Georgia | M6.0 | 93 km | 15 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.6 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 24 km NW of Java, Georgia | M5.5 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M5.4 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M5.4 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2006 | 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia | M5.3 | 98 km | 17 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 16 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.2 | 85 km | 11 km |
| Jan 19, 2011 | 18 km SE of Vani, Georgia | M5.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2013 | 41 km WSW of Uchkulan, Russia | M5.1 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2013 | 42 km N of Tqvarch'eli, Georgia | M5.1 | 82 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 1991 | 15 km N of Java, Georgia | M5.1 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Feb 22, 1993 | 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M5.0 | 126 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 96 km | 14 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M4.9 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2024 | 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 110 km | 6 km |
| May 1, 1991 | 8 km S of Oni, Georgia | M4.8 | 106 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 19 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 163 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 28°F (-3°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 35°F (2°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 33°F (0°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 3.2 in |
El’brus has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 13°F in January to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (2.4").