Gora Alagordy

Mountain High Kazakh peak near China border

A mountain in eastern Kazakhstan offering remote alpine terrain. Experienced trekkers and climbers visit for ridge routes, sparse mountain infrastructure and wide Central Asian highland landscapes.

Gora Alagordy
Gora Alagordy (Alagordy Peak), Kazakhstan (near Kazakhstan-China border regions)
45.0426, 80.2556
Accessible year-round (conditions dependent)
Free (mountain access)

How to Get to Gora Alagordy #

Access from regional centers (e.g., Almaty) by road toward border/highland areas; local guides and 4x4 transport often necessary.

Tips for Visiting Gora Alagordy #

  • Gora Alagordy (Alagordy) requires local knowledge - hire an experienced guide if attempting technical routes.
  • Summer offers alpine meadows and accessible trails; winter turns the area into serious mountaineering country.
  • Check local regulations regarding permits and protected areas in Almaty/Kazakhstan's mountain regions.

Best Time to Visit Gora Alagordy #

Gora Alagordy is a mountain in Kazakhstan's highland regions; routes and access vary by season and local logistics.

Summer
June-September · 5-20°C (41-68°F) at elevation
Most accessible window with stable weather for trekking.
Late spring
May-June · 0-12°C (32-54°F)
Snowmelt season; possible trails but variable conditions.

Weather & Climate near Gora Alagordy #

Climate

Gora Alagordy's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -29°C to 6°C. Moderate rainfall (650 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-37°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -16°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-28° -16°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -29°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-22°
Feels Like Freezing
-22°C
Temperature
-29° -16°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-20°
Feels Like Freezing
-20°C
Temperature
-26° -14°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -8°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.4h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-11° -2°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

June

June is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-7°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

September

September is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-10°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-17° -5°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -23°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-23° -10°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-26° -13°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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