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 at a Glance#

Address: Gora Alagordy (Alagordy Peak), Kazakhstan (near Kazakhstan-China border regions)

Hours: Accessible year-round (conditions dependent)

Admission: 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