Bolshaya Muksalma
Island Large island in Arkhangelsk region's White Sea
Bolshaya Muksalma is an island in the White Sea that is part of the Solovetsky archipelago in Arkhangelskaya oblast, Russia. It is one of the smaller islands associated with the larger Solovetsky group.
The island forms part of the maritime and island landscape of the Solovetsky archipelago and lies close to the main Solovetsky (Bolshoi Solovetsky) Island. It is characterised by typical White Sea coastal features.
The islands of the Solovetsky group have long histories of seasonal use for fishing and navigation tied to the nearby Solovetsky settlement and monastery; Bolshaya Muksalma has featured in that local maritime geography. Specific modern uses are limited and the island is not a major population centre.
Bolshaya Muksalma sits in the southern part of the White Sea as part of the Solovetsky archipelago, within Arkhangelskaya oblast of northwestern Russia. It lies close to the main Solovetsky Island in the White Sea.
How to Get to Bolshaya Muksalma #
Access is by boat from Arkhangelsk or other White Sea ports; seasonal services operate in summer. Charter vessels are common for island-hopping in the region.
Tips for Visiting Bolshaya Muksalma #
- Bońshaya Muksalma is remote; check ferry timetables from the Solovetsky Islands or Arkhangelsk and prepare for basic facilities.
- Bring warm clothing even in summer-Gulf of Onega and White Sea weather can be brisk and wet.
Best Time to Visit Bolshaya Muksalma #
Visits to Arctic and sub-Arctic islands are seasonal; summer offers the most reliable access and open conditions.
Weather & Climate near Bolshaya Muksalma #
Bolshaya Muksalma's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 17°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -13°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
