Keli Lake Lake
Alpine lake in Greater Caucasus, scenic highland basin
High‑altitude alpine lake in Mtskheta‑Mtianeti, Keli Lake attracts hikers and trekkers seeking mountain scenery, wildflower meadows and overnight campsites along marked trails.
Keli Lake at a Glance#
Address: Keli Lake area, Khevsureti/Mtskheta-Mtianeti region, Georgia
How to Get to Keli Lake#
Keli Lake is in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region; access is by mountain roads and then on foot via marked trails. Local guides from nearby villages provide the safest passage and up-to-date route information.
Tips for Visiting Keli Lake#
- High-altitude gear is recommended if planning to reach the lake from mountain trails; weather can change quickly.
- Local shepherds know informal paths; hiring a local guide will improve safety and route selection.
Best Time to Visit Keli Lake#
Summer months are best for access and hiking conditions in the highlands.
Weather & Climate near Keli Lake#
Keli Lake's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1076 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -15° - -9° | -19° | 67 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -15° - -8° | -18° | 72 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | -14° - -5° | -15° | 80 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -7° - 0° | -8° | 103 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 122 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 9° | 2° | 132 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Poor | 5° - 13° | 7° | 105 mm | overcast | 70% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 7° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -3° - 3° | -3° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | -8° - -3° | -10° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -13° - -7° | -17° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |