Durneva IslandDurneva Island at a Glance
About Durneva Island
Durneva Island is an island off the coast of Kazakhstan in the Mangystau Region, located in the Caspian Sea at roughly 45.46667 N, 52.75 E. It is one of several offshore islands in Kazakhstan’s sector of the Caspian.
As an offshore Caspian island the feature is primarily a coastal/sea-landform and is not documented as having developed visitor facilities. The surrounding marine area is typical of the Caspian’s shallow coastal zone.
There is limited widely published historical detail specific to the island; it is part of the long-settled Caspian littoral documented in regional maritime charts and modern administrative maps.
The island sits in the northeastern part of the Caspian Sea off the Mangystau coast of western Kazakhstan.
Best Time to Visit Durneva Island
Spring and autumn generally provide the most comfortable weather for visiting.
Weather & Climate near Durneva Island
Durneva Island's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - -3° | -12° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -3° | -13° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | -3° - 4° | -4° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 5.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 8° - 16° | 12° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 5.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Ideal | 15° - 23° | 19° | 14 mm | some cloud | 59% | 4.6 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.7h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 53% | 4.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 31° | 26° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 52% | 3.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 30° | 25° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 50% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.9h |
| September | Ideal | 14° - 23° | 19° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Very Good | 6° - 14° | 7° | 9 mm | some cloud | 65% | 4.4 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Good | 0° - 6° | -1° | 12 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
How to Get to Durneva Island
Access is by boat from mainland ports in Mangystau Region; visiting requires coordination with local authorities and knowledge of Caspian Sea navigation.
Tips for Visiting Durneva Island
- Check tidal charts before attempting any landing or close approach-the Caspian and nearby shallow waters can be treacherous.
- Wildlife and birdwatching can be rewarding in spring; bring binoculars and a field guide to local species.
- Facilities are minimal or non-existent-plan for self-sufficiency and reliable communications when visiting remote Caspian islands.