Chersky Range (Transbaikalia)

Mountains Mountain range in Zabaykalsky Krai, rugged Siberian peaks

Mountainous terrain in Zabaykalsky Krai, the Chersky Range offers remote alpine landscapes and geological features; adventurous travelers seek backcountry trekking, wildlife observation and isolated wilderness.

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Chersky Range (Transbaikalia)
Chersky Range (Transbaikalia), Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia
52.1518, 113.7975
Free (natural region)

How to Get to Chersky Range (Transbaikalia) #

Access to the Chersky Range requires travel to regional hubs in Zabaykalsky Krai (e.g., Chita) followed by chartered transport or long-distance driving; logistics are complex and typically arranged via specialist expedition operators.

Tips for Visiting Chersky Range (Transbaikalia) #

  • Only attempt deep backcountry travel with an experienced mountaineering guide-the terrain is remote and weather unpredictable.
  • Plan multi-day expeditions with local logistics support; carry satellite communication if going off marked routes.
  • Respect protected areas and follow regulations for camping and fire use.

Best Time to Visit Chersky Range (Transbaikalia) #

Short summer months are the sensible window for travel; winter conditions are extreme and require serious polar experience.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 5-20°C
The only practical season for most expeditions; thawed trails and milder temperatures.
Late Spring-Early Autumn
May; Sep · -5-10°C
Shorter windows for access; snow can return in early autumn at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Chersky Range (Transbaikalia) #

Climate

Chersky Range (Transbaikalia)'s climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Winter) - Subarctic (Dry Winter) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -31°C to 21°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-49°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -18°C and lows of -31°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.

48 Poor

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-31° -18°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-28° -12°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -20°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-20° -5°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-10°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 13°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
20°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-11°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -21°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-21° -8°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -28°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-28° -16°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

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