Babis Mta

Mountain Mountain peak in Georgia's Lesser Caucasus range

A peak in the Greater Caucasus, Babis Mta presents steep alpine terrain that draws mountaineers and hikers exploring Georgia’s highland routes.

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Babis Mta
Babis Mta area (Caucasus region), Georgia
43.1948, 42.5141

How to Get to Babis Mta #

Approach is typically from regional towns in Georgia’s northern provinces; road and trailheads depend on the chosen route. Arrange transport and guides from Tbilisi or regional mountain towns, and confirm permits and current route conditions.

Tips for Visiting Babis Mta #

  • If attempting higher ascents, check weather and snow conditions and prepare for complex terrain; hire experienced local guides where possible.
  • Respect grazing routes and private land - many highland tracks cross pastures used by shepherds.

Best Time to Visit Babis Mta #

Visit in summer for safe access to trails, pastures and mountain-base accommodations.

Summer
June-August · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Best for alpine trekking and for accessing high passes and pastures; long daylight helps with logistics.
Late spring/Early autumn
May & September · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Shoulder seasons offer fewer tourists but risk of unstable weather and early snowfall.
Winter
October-April · -20-0°C (-4-32°F)
Heavy snow and technical conditions; only for experienced mountaineers.

Weather & Climate near Babis Mta #

Climate

Babis Mta's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -20°C to 5°C. Abundant rainfall (1168 mm/year), wettest in May.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-20° -13°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-20° -13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-19° -12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-12° -7°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

30 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -4°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-13° -9°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-18° -12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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