Kara-Suu Lake
Lake Mountain lake in Jalal-Abad Region, Kyrgyzstan
A glacial‑fed lake in Jalal‑Abad, Kara‑Suu attracts hikers, anglers and shepherds to alpine meadows, horseback routes and pastoral Kyrgyz landscapes.
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How to Get to Kara-Suu Lake #
Reachable by road from regional centers in Jalal-Abad; many visitors use local 4x4 transport or hire drivers from towns such as Jalal-Abad or Naryn. Seasonal shepherd tracks and footpaths lead to the lakes from nearby villages.
Tips for Visiting Kara-Suu Lake #
- If hiking is planned, hire a local guide familiar with mountain weather and routes to the lake.
- Prepare for rapid weather changes - bring a waterproof layer even on sunny mornings.
- Respect shepherding areas and grazing patterns - local pastoralists use these alpine meadows seasonally.
Best Time to Visit Kara-Suu Lake #
Summer months (June-September) provide the most reliable access for hiking and lake visits.
Weather & Climate near Kara-Suu Lake #
Kara-Suu Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -20°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (659 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 17 mm.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
