Koshelev (volcano)
Volcano Active stratovolcano in Kamchatka's volcanic belt
A remote Kamchatka volcanic cone; Koshelev draws hikers, volcanologists and small-group expeditions seeking rugged lava formations, crater views and the solitary terrain of Russia’s Far East.
Koshelev is a volcanic feature on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. It forms part of the extensive volcanic landscape of Kamchatka, which contains many active and dormant volcanoes.
The site is primarily of geological interest within the peninsula’s volcanic belt and may be visited by specialists and experienced backcountry travelers. There is no widely published large visitor infrastructure associated with the feature.
The volcano exists within Kamchatka’s tectonically active zone and is one of many volcanoes that together define the peninsula’s volcanic topography. Specific eruption history and detailed geological chronology are documented in scientific literature rather than general tourist sources.
Koshelev sits in Kamchatka Krai on Russia’s far eastern peninsula, within the region known for dense concentrations of volcanic peaks and a rugged coastal and interior landscape.
Best Time to Visit Koshelev (volcano) #
Koshelev (volcano) is most accessible in the short summer window (July-August) when conditions and access are safest for trekking.
Weather & Climate near Koshelev (volcano) #
Koshelev (volcano)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -18°C to 7°C. Abundant rainfall (1158 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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