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Pevek
City in Chukotka, Russia
Overview
Pevek is Russia's northernmost city and an isolated Arctic hub known for its stark tundra landscapes, bright polar days, and Soviet heritage. With a small population, the city offers a glimpse into life at the edge of the world, marked by resilient communities and unique infrastructure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Russia
Autonomous District
Chukotka
Population
4,083
Time Zone
Europe/Moscow
Coordinates
69.70°, 170.30°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,795
Local Cost
$1,090
Local Income
$350
Cashless
30
English
10
Temperature
-8.7°C
Summer Avg
6.3°C
Winter Avg
-23.5°C
Record High
22.3°C
Record Low
-41.5°C
Humidity
92%
Precipitation
373 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
6
Walk Score
6
Footways
11.0
Airport
PWE
Distance
15 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.
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