Gora Alagordy

Mountain

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.

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Gora Alagordy essentials

Address: Gora Alagordy (Alagordy Peak), Kazakhstan (near Kazakhstan-China border regions)
Hours: Accessible year-round (conditions dependent)
Admission: Free (mountain access)
When to Go

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).

Air Quality: AQI 39 Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-37°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -28° - -16° -32° 20 mm partly cloudy 71% 3.8 m/s 0.2 low 9.0h
February Poor -29° - -16° -32° 20 mm partly cloudy 74% 4.2 m/s 0.4 low 10.2h
March Poor -26° - -14° -29° 33 mm overcast 69% 4.1 m/s 0.8 moderate 11.8h
April Poor -17° - -8° -20° 56 mm partly cloudy 64% 4.5 m/s 1.2 high 13.4h
May Poor -11° - -2° -13° 86 mm partly cloudy 59% 4.9 m/s 1.6 very high 14.7h
June Poor -8° - 3° -7° 97 mm partly cloudy 59% 4.2 m/s 1.8 very high 15.4h
July Poor -5° - 6° -4° 101 mm partly cloudy 56% 4.0 m/s 1.9 very high 15.1h
August Acceptable -7° - 6° -5° 76 mm partly cloudy 52% 4.1 m/s 1.6 very high 13.9h
September Acceptable -10° - 1° -10° 56 mm partly cloudy 52% 4.4 m/s 1.1 high 12.4h
October Poor -17° - -5° -18° 45 mm partly cloudy 60% 4.5 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.8h
November Poor -23° - -10° -25° 34 mm partly cloudy 69% 4.2 m/s 0.2 low 9.4h
December Poor -26° - -13° -28° 26 mm partly cloudy 72% 3.5 m/s 0.1 low 8.6h
Getting There & Around

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.