Chkalov Island
Island River island in Khabarovsk Krai, Russian Far East
A low-profile island in Khabarovsk Krai’s coastal waters; anglers, birdwatchers and travelers seeking sparsely visited wilderness reach it by charter boat.
How to Get to Chkalov Island #
Access is by boat from regional ports in Khabarovsk Krai; professional skippers familiar with local conditions are recommended. Weather and sea state can change rapidly.
Tips for Visiting Chkalov Island #
- Check tidal charts and local fisheries regulations if planning to land; some areas are used by commercial vessels.
- Bring binoculars for seabird and marine mammal spotting.
Best Time to Visit Chkalov Island #
Summer months offer the most practical conditions for visiting islands in Khabarovsk Krai's coastal zones.
Weather & Climate near Chkalov Island #
Polar climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -24°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (613 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -16°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -23°C. The driest month with just 27 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 78 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
