Bolshiye Peshnye Islands
Islands Small Caspian Sea islands in Atyrau region
An island group in Kazakhstan’s Atyrau Region on the Caspian Sea, the Bolshiye Peshnye Islands are noted for coastal wetlands and birdlife, visited mainly by researchers and specialist naturalists.
How to Get to Bolshiye Peshnye Islands #
There are no regular transport services. Access requires a private vessel or research charter from Atyrau; permissions and coordination with regional maritime authorities are required.
Tips for Visiting Bolshiye Peshnye Islands #
- These islands are ecologically sensitive - any visit requires coordination with Kazakh authorities and research permits.
- Use satellite charts: water depths around Caspian islands can change and there are shoals unmarked on older maps.
- Summertime sea-ice isn't an issue, but wind and sudden squalls on the Caspian can make small-boat landings hazardous.
Best Time to Visit Bolshiye Peshnye Islands #
Visits only practical in late spring to early autumn; coordination with regional authorities is required.
Weather & Climate near Bolshiye Peshnye Islands #
Bolshiye Peshnye Islands's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
