i Turka
Russia
Turka is a rural locality in Pribaykalsky District, Republic of Buryatia, Russia. The population was 1,450 as of 2010. There are 19 streets.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–August.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 20°C (68°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around -23°C (-9°F).
The wettest month is July, with rain on about 13 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 9.5 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 25% of places in Russia.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- -2°
- Humidity
- 89%
- Wind
- 3 km/h SW
- Gusts
- 7 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Pressure
- 1025 hPa
- UV index
- 2
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:14 / 17:50
Next 48 hours
Pollen forecasts are only available in Europe.
Best time to visit Turka
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (WorldClim 1970–2000, CRU 1961–1990, NOAA OISST 1991–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | -12° | -12° | -5° | 4° | 11° | 16° | 20° | 19° | 13° | 6° | -1° | -6° |
| Average low | -22° | -23° | -17° | -7° | -1° | 5° | 10° | 10° | 4° | -3° | -9° | -14° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 4 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 13 | 37 | 65 | 60 | 30 | 9 | 12 | 14 |
| Rain days | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 3.3 | 5.2 | 6.9 | 8 | 9.1 | 9.5 | 8.4 | 7.7 | 6.6 | 5 | 3.1 | 2.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 8.1 | 9.8 | 11.7 | 13.9 | 15.8 | 16.9 | 16.4 | 14.7 | 12.6 | 10.5 | 8.6 | 7.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 90 | 82 | 72 | 60 | 54 | 62 | 70 | 72 | 70 | 69 | 79 | 87 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Go score | 17 | 26 | 31 | 29 | 41 | 60 | 69 | 68 | 49 | 22 | 10 | 4 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km — from Wikidata.
Turka: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Russian Ruble
RUB · ₽
- Languages
- Russian
- Calling code
- +7
- Meal, casual restaurantRUB 750≈ $8.90
- CappuccinoRUB 200≈ $2.40
- Beer (0.5 l)RUB 280≈ $3.40
- Bottled water (1.5 l)RUB 91.00≈ $1.10
- Taxi, 5 kmRUB 520≈ $6.20
- Public transport ticketRUB 99.00≈ $1.20
- Mid-range hotel, per nightRUB 6,850≈ $82.00
Estimated from Russia’s consumer price level (World Bank) — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 37% of US levels.
- Nov 4Unity Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 2New Year holiday
- Jan 3New Year holiday
- Jan 4New Year holiday
- Jan 5New Year holiday
- Jan 6New Year holiday
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.3 (2011).
USGS
How to get to Turka
Nearest airports
- UIIHKhuzhir AirportKhuzhir, Olkhon Island62 km
- UUDBaikal International AirportUlan Ude137 km
- IKTIrkutsk International AirportIrkutsk269 km
- NZGNizhneangarsk International AirportNizhneangarsk329 km
- HTAChita-Kadala International AirportChita359 km
Distances
- Moscow4,385 km 76 h 01 · 6 h 16
- Saint Petersburg4,566 km 79 h 09 · 6 h 30
- Novosibirsk1,660 km 28 h 47 · 2 h 47
- Yekaterinburg3,011 km 52 h 12 · 4 h 31
- Nizhniy Novgorod3,998 km 69 h 18 · 5 h 47
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Hotels in Turka
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km (GBIF), with their seasonality.
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Population history
Wikidata · 1979–2010Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Turka?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Turka is July–August.
What is the weather like in Turka in October?
In October, Turka averages a high of 6°C (43°F) and a low of -3°C (27°F), with 9 mm of rain on about 2 days.
What is the rainiest month in Turka?
July, with rain on about 13 days.
What is the nearest airport to Turka?
Baikal International Airport (UUD), about 137 km away.
What power plugs are used in Russia?
Plug types C, F, 220 V.
What currency is used in Russia?
Russian Ruble (RUB).
What is the emergency number in Russia?
112.
Is Russia safe to visit?
US State Department: Do not travel. UK Foreign Office: Advises against all travel.
What time zone is Turka in?
Asia/Irkutsk (UTC+8).
What is the population of Turka?
About 1,472.