Kalar Range

Mountains Mountain range in Zabaykalsky Krai, rugged terrain

A mountain range in Zabaykalsky Krai of eastern Russia with rugged ridges and taiga landscapes; mountaineers and geologists visit for remote alpine routes and fieldwork.

Kalar Range
56.3007, 118.1352

How to Get to Kalar Range #

Access is by regional roads out of Chita or local settlements in Zabaykalsky Krai; most visitors arrange transport from the nearest administrative centers and hire guides for multi-day crossings. Expect long drives on unpaved tracks and limited services.

Tips for Visiting Kalar Range #

  • Only attempt travel with a knowledgeable local guide; the range is remote and routes are not well-marked.
  • Prepare for rapid weather changes and limited emergency infrastructure; satellite communication is recommended.
  • Respect grazing and hunting schedules if crossing pastoral areas; ask permission of landholders.

Best Time to Visit Kalar Range #

The Kalar Range is best visited in summer months when passes are accessible; outside of that it is a technically demanding mountain zone.

Summer
Jun-Aug (Northern Hemisphere) · 5-20 °C at lower elevations
Milder conditions for trekking; high ridges may still hold snow early and late.
Winter
Dec-Feb · -30--5 °C at high elevations
Severe alpine conditions; only for experienced mountaineers with winter gear.

Weather & Climate near Kalar Range #

Climate

Kalar Range's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -38°C to 17°C. Moderate rainfall (543 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-51°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -25°C and lows of -38°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-32°
Feels Like Freezing
-32°C
Temperature
-38° -25°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -36°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-29°
Feels Like Freezing
-29°C
Temperature
-37° -21°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -31°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-23°
Feels Like Freezing
-23°C
Temperature
-31° -14°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-20° -6°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-9°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 14°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
14.9h daylight

September

September is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-7°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-19° -7°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -32°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-25°
Feels Like Freezing
-25°C
Temperature
-32° -18°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -36°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

-30°
Feels Like Freezing
-30°C
Temperature
-36° -25°
98%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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