Javakheti Range Mountains
Volcanic mountain range in southern Caucasus
Javakheti Range at a Glance#
Address: Javakheti Range, borderlands near Georgia-Armenia, Caucasus
Admission: Free (range access)
How to Get to Javakheti Range#
Access depends on the national side of entry (Georgia or Armenia). Roads from regional hubs such as Akhalkalaki (Georgia) or nearby Armenian towns lead into the range; local drivers and guides are recommended for remote passes.
Tips for Visiting Javakheti Range#
- Hire a local guide for high passes and border routes-the range crosses territories and conditions can change.
- Visit in summer for trekking; spring flowers appear early at lower elevations.
- Prepare for high-altitude conditions and limited services in mountain villages.
Best Time to Visit Javakheti Range#
Summer months are best for trekking and alpine access in the Javakheti Range.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-20°C
Best for trekking and high pasture access.
Late spring/early autumn
May, Sep · 5-15°C
Fewer livestock movements and good visibility.
Weather & Climate near Javakheti Range#
Climate
Javakheti Range's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (894 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 46
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-27°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -14° - -7° | -16° | 50 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.4h |
| February | Poor | -14° - -6° | -15° | 55 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -12° - -3° | -12° | 62 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -5° - 3° | -5° | 83 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.2h |
| May | Poor | -1° - 8° | 1° | 123 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Poor | 2° - 13° | 6° | 116 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| August | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Good | 4° - 13° | 7° | 57 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 7° | 0° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -7° - -1° | -8° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -6° | -14° | 59 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |