Ekarma
Island Uninhabited Kuril island with volcanic terrain
Part of Russia’s Kuril chain, Ekarma is a volcanic, sparsely visited island in Sakhalin Oblast with steep cliffs and seabird colonies; scientific teams and expedition cruises come for geology and wildlife rather than mass tourism.
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How to Get to Ekarma #
Ekarma is a remote, uninhabited island in the Kuril chain (Sakhalin Oblast) with no scheduled ferry or air service. Access requires a private boat or an expedition/charter arranged from ports in the Kurils or Sakhalin (for example from Yuzhno‑Sakhalinsk or local Kuril ports); visitors should plan for an extended sea crossing and check Russian permits and local authorities in advance.
Tips for Visiting Ekarma #
- Ekarma is an uninhabited Kuril island with no regular transport or visitor facilities; access is only possible via private expedition vessels and requires Russian permissions, so treat any visit as an organised expedition rather than a casual trip.
- Wildlife and seabird colonies are the main attractions; if you go, plan logistical support (landing craft, guides, and strict biosecurity measures) with an experienced operator who knows Kuril regulations.
Best Time to Visit Ekarma #
Best visited in summer (June-August) when sea conditions are likeliest to permit access to this remote Kuril-area island.
Weather & Climate near Ekarma #
Ekarma's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1471 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -9°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (204 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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