Didi Abuli

Mountain Volcanic mountain in Javakheti plateau, scenic summit.

Didi Abuli rises on the Javakheti volcanic plateau of southern Georgia; hikers visit its grassy summit and crater features for broad views across the Lesser Caucasus and seasonal wildflower meadows.

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Didi Abuli is a volcanic mountain located on the Javakheti plateau in the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of southern Georgia. It is one of the region’s notable upland peaks and forms part of the high volcanic landscape of the plateau.

The mountain is a volcanic dome with open alpine and subalpine terrain around its slopes; the area is used for grazing and seasonal pastoral activities and is visited by hikers for plateau walks and summit views.

The peak sits within central-southern Georgia on the Javakheti volcanic highland, an elevated region of the country characterized by volcanic cones, plateaus and highland pastures. It is accessible from regional towns and roads serving the plateau.

  • Summit and local use: A prominent volcanic summit on the Javakheti volcanic plateau, it is a common objective for local hikers and shepherding activity on the surrounding slopes.
Didi Abuli
Didi Abuli massif, Samtskhe-Javakheti region, Georgia
41.4378, 43.6451
Open year-round (natural area)

How to Get to Didi Abuli #

The massif is reached from the regional centre of Akhaltsikhe or via Tbilisi by road; local 4x4 access and guides are recommended. Expect long drives on mountain roads and limited signage.

Tips for Visiting Didi Abuli #

  • Prepare for rough tracks and sparse signage - a 4x4 or experienced mountain guide is recommended for ascents.
  • Acclimatize to altitudes above 2,000 m in local villages before attempting high ridges of the Lesser Caucasus.
  • Pack windproof layers and sturdy boots; weather can change rapidly at elevation.

Best Time to Visit Didi Abuli #

Summer through early autumn for the most accessible hiking conditions.

Summer
June-August · 5°C to 18°C
Best weather for trekking - wildflowers and clearer skies.
Autumn
September-October · 0°C to 15°C
Cooler air and fewer people; some early snow possible at higher elevations.
Winter
November-March · -10°C to 5°C
Snowbound peaks and limited access.

Weather & Climate near Didi Abuli #

Climate

Didi Abuli's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -15°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1011 mm/year), wettest in May.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -8°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° -8°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-14° -5°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-8°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -7°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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