Anyuy Mountains

Mountains Arctic mountain range in Chukotka, rugged tundra peaks

In far northeastern Russia, a remote mountain range within Chukotka offering tundra landscapes and river valleys; the area attracts expedition travellers and researchers interested in Arctic geology and ecosystems.

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Anyuy Mountains
67.5000, 166.0000

How to Get to Anyuy Mountains #

Access requires travel to Chukotka Autonomous Okrug (regional hubs like Anadyr), and then by chartered transport - ice-capable boats or small aircraft depending on season. Local permits and experienced guides are essential.

Tips for Visiting Anyuy Mountains #

  • The Anyuy Mountains are remote; travel requires careful planning, permits, and experienced guides.
  • Expect severe weather outside summer months and limited or no infrastructure in many valleys.

Best Time to Visit Anyuy Mountains #

Visit in summer for accessibility; ships and flights to the Chukotka region are infrequent and weather-dependent.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
The only practical window for access with reduced snow and ice.

Weather & Climate near Anyuy Mountains #

Climate

Anyuy Mountains's climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Summer) - Subarctic (Dry Summer) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -38°C to 18°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-48°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -29°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall.

48 Poor

Comfort

-34°
Feels Like Freezing
-34°C
Temperature
-38° -29°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -27°C and lows of -37°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-32°
Feels Like Freezing
-32°C
Temperature
-37° -27°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -34°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-28°
Feels Like Freezing
-28°C
Temperature
-34° -21°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.4h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -24°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-25° -9°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
15.4h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
19.6h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
23.9h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
21.6h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
16.8h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
12.9h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-18° -9°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-27°
Feels Like Freezing
-27°C
Temperature
-32° -23°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
4.7h daylight

December

December is the coldest month with highs of -30°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall.

46 Poor

Comfort

-34°
Feels Like Freezing
-34°C
Temperature
-38° -30°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.3h daylight

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