Kakshaal Too
Mountains High Central Asian mountain range with rugged peaks
A rugged mountain range along the China-Kyrgyzstan border featuring high peaks, glaciers and alpine plateaus. Trekkers and mountaineers use cross‑border routes for technical climbs and extended expeditions; access typically requires permits and local guides.
How to Get to Kakshaal Too #
Access to the Kakshaal Too area depends on which flank is being approached (Kyrgyzstan or China). The Kyrgyz side is typically reached from Osh or Naryn by road and then by local jeep to valley trailheads. Border and permit requirements vary; check with local authorities and hire experienced local guides.
Tips for Visiting Kakshaal Too #
- If trekking the Kakshaal Too ranges, hire a high-altitude guide who knows the seasonal passes and the political border restrictions.
- Allow additional days for weather delays; mountain passes and valleys here can be unpredictable.
Best Time to Visit Kakshaal Too #
High summer months are the most practical for travel into the high mountain ranges; always plan for rapid weather changes.
Weather & Climate near Kakshaal Too #
Kakshaal Too's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -28°C to 9°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -13°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -28°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -24°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 51 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -26°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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