Arakamchechen Island
Island Remote Chukotka island in the Bering Sea
A remote Chukotkan island in the Bering Sea with tundra, coastal cliffs and seabird colonies. Its appeal is scientific expeditions, birdwatching and an absence of tourist infrastructure.
How to Get to Arakamchechen Island #
Arakamchechen Island is remote and reached only by chartered vessels from Chukotka’s mainland ports; travel requires coordination with regional authorities in Anadyr and adherence to Russian entry and environmental regulations.
Tips for Visiting Arakamchechen Island #
- There are no visitor facilities-bring long-range navigation and emergency supplies if attempting landfall.
- Respect protected wildlife and any seasonal breeding areas for seabirds; approach quietly by tender.
- Coordinate with Russian authorities for permits; Chukotka is a regulated region with strict entry rules.
Best Time to Visit Arakamchechen Island #
Access is highly seasonal and contingent on weather and sea ice; mid-summer is the likeliest practical window.
Weather & Climate near Arakamchechen Island #
Arakamchechen Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -20°C to 11°C. Moderate rainfall (505 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -15°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
