Chersky Peak

Mountain Notable peak in Irkutsk Oblast, part of ranges

Chersky Peak rises in Irkutsk Oblast as a regional mountain destination; mountaineers and hikers use routes for alpine views and seasonal climbing.

Main image
Chersky Peak
51.5135, 103.6196

How to Get to Chersky Peak #

Access usually begins from regional centers in Irkutsk Oblast. Reaching the mountain requires long overland travel-often a combination of road to the nearest settlement and then trekking or hired off-road transport. Organizing with local guides or regional trekking clubs is strongly recommended.

Tips for Visiting Chersky Peak #

  • Check local maps and weather forecasts-mountain weather in Irkutsk Oblast changes quickly.
  • Expect minimal infrastructure; organize a guide or join a regional trekking outfit familiar with permits and river crossings.

Best Time to Visit Chersky Peak #

Short summer months are the practical time to visit; otherwise the region is locked in snow and ice for much of the year.

Summer trekking season
Jun-Aug · 5°C to 18°C
Snow retreats on lower slopes; this is the only sensible season for non-technical visits.

Weather & Climate near Chersky Peak #

Climate

Chersky Peak's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -23°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1064 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulySeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-45°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-23° -12°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.2h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -10°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-18° -6°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-11°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.7h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
16.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (228 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

228 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
15.9h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

181 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-9°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-17° -6°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -21°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-21° -10°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.7h daylight

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