Weather & Climate in Tyrnyauz, Russia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tyrnyauz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,236 feet.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 37.2°F |
| 31% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,236 ft (1,291 m) |
| Area | 23.9 sq mi (61.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 936/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3828°N, 42.9183°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
136 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 | 120 km | 17 km |
| Jun 15, 1991 | 9 km NE of Java, Georgia | M6.3 | 136 km | 9 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 11 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M6.1 | 126 km | 14 km |
| Sep 7, 2009 | 8 km N of Oni, Georgia | M6.0 | 91 km | 15 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 19 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.6 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 24 km NW of Java, Georgia | M5.5 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 1991 | 14 km E of Java, Georgia | M5.4 | 148 km | 20 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M5.4 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 9 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M5.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2006 | 10 km NE of Oni, Georgia | M5.3 | 95 km | 17 km |
| May 3, 1991 | 16 km NNE of Ambrolauri, Georgia | M5.2 | 87 km | 11 km |
| May 2, 1991 | 15 km N of Java, Georgia | M5.1 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 2013 | 42 km N of Tqvarch'eli, Georgia | M5.1 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2013 | 41 km WSW of Uchkulan, Russia | M5.1 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Feb 22, 1993 | 18 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M5.0 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2024 | 10 km SSE of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 110 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Oni, Georgia | M4.9 | 97 km | 14 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | 19 km NNW of Java, Georgia | M4.9 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 1991 | Russia-Georgia border region | M4.9 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 1991 | 4 km ENE of Oni, Georgia | M4.8 | 99 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Elbrus (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Elbrus | Stratovolcano | 5,642 m (18,510 ft) | 50 | 39 km |
| Kazbek | Stratovolcano | 5,050 m (16,568 ft) | -750 | 149 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in |
Tyrnyauz has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 21°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.6").