Karpinsky Group

Volcano Volcanic mountain group on Sakhalin Island

A mountain group on Sakhalin Island, the Karpinsky Group presents steep ridges and remote terrain; mountaineers and geologists visit for alpine routes and regional geological study.

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Karpinsky Group
50.1420, 155.3841

How to Get to Karpinsky Group #

Access is generally from ports or settlements on northern Sakhalin or via regional roads where they exist; local logistics depend on season, and transport is often arranged through regional operators in Sakhalin Oblast. Nearest larger towns provide staging points for expeditions.

Tips for Visiting Karpinsky Group #

  • Remote location-ensure adequate supplies and a local permit if required.
  • Weather can change quickly; plan ascents in stable summer months and consult local guides for route conditions.
  • Satellite communication or a personal locator beacon is advised for safety in this isolated part of Sakhalin Oblast.

Best Time to Visit Karpinsky Group #

Visit in summer for accessibility and milder weather; winters are harsh and remote.

Summer
June-August · 5-15°C
Warmest and most accessible season; long daylight hours for exploration.
Winter
December-February · -15--5°C
Severe cold and heavy snow; access is difficult and many routes close.

Weather & Climate near Karpinsky Group #

Climate

Karpinsky Group's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -13°C to 10°C. Abundant rainfall (1337 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
16°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-13° -8°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-13° -8°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -6°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -4°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5° -1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-7° -3°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° -6°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
8.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

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