Argazi Reservoir

Reservoir Reservoir in Chelyabinsk Oblast used for water storage

Near Chelyabinsk, Argazi Reservoir serves local anglers and picnickers; the impounded lake supports fishing, small-boat recreation and shoreline camping.

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Argazi Reservoir
55.3910, 60.3858

How to Get to Argazi Reservoir #

Argazi Reservoir lies within Chelyabinsk Oblast and is best reached by car from the city of Chelyabinsk. Local roads lead to various access points along the reservoir; public transport options are limited and may require transfers.

Tips for Visiting Argazi Reservoir #

  • The reservoir is primarily a regional engineering and recreation site - check local rules for boating and fishing permits before arriving.
  • Visit viewpoints on the surrounding hills for panoramic perspectives of the reservoir and the industrial landscape beyond.
  • If traveling from Chelyabinsk, allow extra time for rural roads which can be slower than maps suggest.

Best Time to Visit Argazi Reservoir #

Summer is the best time for recreational visits; winter is dramatic but cold and limits activities.

Summer
June-August · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Water activities are most pleasant and local beaches see the most use.
Winter
December-February · -20--5°C (-4-23°F)
Frozen surfaces create a stark winter landscape but limit water-based recreation.

Weather & Climate near Argazi Reservoir #

Climate

Argazi Reservoir's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (501 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-42°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -9°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-17° -9°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -8°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 18 mm and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-11°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 93 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-9° -2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -7°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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