Boyuk Alagol
Lake Crater lake on Karabakh plateau, vivid turquoise water
Mountain lake in Kalbajar District formed in a volcanic basin; reached by remote highland routes and visited for alpine scenery, hiking and meadow views.
How to Get to Boyuk Alagol #
Boyuk Alagol lies in the highlands of Kalbajar District. Access is primarily by road from the town of Kalbajar; routes are unpaved and can be impassable in winter. Most visitors reach the area with a 4x4 or a local guide from Kalbajar or nearby towns. There are no public transport links directly to the lake.
Tips for Visiting Boyuk Alagol #
- Bring warm clothing even in summer - mountain lakes in Kalbajar sit at altitude and can be windy and cold.
- There are no formal facilities; carry water and food and pack out rubbish.
- Use a 4x4 or local guide in winter/shoulder seasons; roads can be rough and unmarked.
Best Time to Visit Boyuk Alagol #
Best visited in late spring through early autumn for road access and mild weather.
Weather & Climate near Boyuk Alagol #
Boyuk Alagol's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -17°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (568 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 24 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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