Lake Akna (Kotayk)
Lake Crater lake in Kotayk Province, volcanic origin
Set in Kotayk Province, Lake Akna occupies a volcanic basin and draws hikers and day-trippers for its calm waters and nearby mountain scenery.
How to Get to Lake Akna (Kotayk) #
Lake Akna (Kotayk) is accessed from the Kotayk Province highlands-approach is usually by car from the regional road network, with short hikes to the shoreline.
Tips for Visiting Lake Akna (Kotayk) #
- If hiking to the lake, check local weather conditions-mountain fog can roll in quickly.
- Combine a visit with nearby volcanic features of the Geghama range for a fuller geological picture.
Best Time to Visit Lake Akna (Kotayk) #
Lake Akna is best visited in the summer months for safe trail conditions and visibility over the highland plateau.
Weather & Climate near Lake Akna (Kotayk) #
Lake Akna (Kotayk)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -17°C to 16°C. Moderate rainfall (650 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with 99 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
