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.
Weather & Climate near Gora Alagordy#
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).
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.
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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.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -26°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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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.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -23°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.