Jetim Range

Mountains Mountain range in Kyrgyzstan with alpine terrain

Mountain range in Kyrgyzstan’s Issyk-Kul Region offering alpine pastures and remote valleys. Visitors travel here for trekking and to visit traditional mountain villages.

Jetim Range
41.5797, 76.9474

How to Get to Jetim Range #

Access is typically via Issyk-Kul regional roads from Karakol or Kochkor; local taxis or shared marshrutkas can reach trailheads, but exact routes vary-hire a local driver or guide for reliable access.

Tips for Visiting Jetim Range #

  • Local maps and a GPS are essential; routes are largely unmarked and weather can change quickly in mountain terrain.
  • Hire a local guide from Karakol or Kochkor for safe passage and up-to-date route information.

Best Time to Visit Jetim Range #

Mountain access is best in summer; always check local conditions before heading out.

Summer
June-September · 40-70°F (5-21°C)
Snow-free routes, best for trekking and alpine flora.
Late spring/early autumn
May-June, September-October · 20-50°F (-6-10°C)
Shoulder seasons can be pleasant but bring colder nights and possible snow.

Weather & Climate near Jetim Range #

Climate

Jetim Range's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 12°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-34°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -27°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-21°
Feels Like Freezing
-21°C
Temperature
-27° -15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -26°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-19°
Feels Like Freezing
-19°C
Temperature
-26° -12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-21° -7°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-12°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.2h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
15.0h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 62 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-11°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -19°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-19° -6°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -24°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-18°
Feels Like Freezing
-18°C
Temperature
-25° -12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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