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Shamkhal

City in Dagestan, Russia

Overview

Shamkhal is a small town in Dagestan, Russia, offering a glimpse into authentic North Caucasian life. Its quiet streets, local markets, and proximity to larger cities make it ideal for those exploring beyond the tourist track.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Russia
Republic
Dagestan
Population
11,284
Time Zone
Europe/Moscow
Coordinates
43.06°, 47.34°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
40
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
18
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
62
Monthly Cost
$697
Local Cost
$380
Local Income
$300
Cashless
45
English
20
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
24.9°C
Winter Avg
3.3°C
Record High
38.5°C
Record Low
-16.1°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
378 mm
Internet Speed
64 Mbps
Upload
70 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
MCX
Distance
37 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 54/100.

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