Harley Island
Island Arctic island in Arkhangelsk Oblast, Russia
How to Get to Harley Island #
Accessible only by ice-strengthened research or expedition vessels operating in the Arctic seas. There are no regular transport services; landings depend on sea-ice and weather.
Tips for Visiting Harley Island #
- Extreme polar conditions mean visits require expedition planning - arrange with an experienced Arctic operator.
- If approaching by sea, maintain distance from seal haul-outs and bird colonies to avoid disturbance.
- Be prepared for polar bear alerts in high-Arctic regions - always follow expedition safety briefings.
Best Time to Visit Harley Island #
Visits are confined to brief Arctic summer windows and typically arranged through scientific or expedition vessels.
Arctic summer
June-August · -1-6°C
The only practical season for ships and shore landings; long daylight but variable ice.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · -10-2°C
Sea-ice and unpredictable conditions make visits hazardous.
Weather & Climate near Harley Island #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
4°
Warmest Month
-37°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight
February
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.2h daylight
March
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight
April
Weather
0.2
UV Index
Low
22.1h daylight
May
Weather
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight
June
Weather
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight
July
Weather
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
24.0h daylight
August
Weather
0.3
UV Index
Low
24.0h daylight
September
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
14.9h daylight
October
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
2.8h daylight
November
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight
December
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
0.0h daylight
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