Lake Chebarkul
Lake Ural-region lake known for 2013 meteorite impact
A short drive from Chelyabinsk, Lake Chebarkul draws visitors for swimming, shore fishing and the 2013 meteorite impact site-an iced-over hole photographed worldwide. Local beaches and pine-lined shores suit day trips and seasonal angling.
Lake Chebarkul is a freshwater lake in Chelyabinsk Oblast in Russia, near the town of Chebarkul and the city of Chelyabinsk. It is well known in recent history for an impact event in 2013 that left a visible hole in the lake ice.
The lake is used for local recreation, fishing, and shoreline access by nearby settlements. In winter it freezes and in summer its shores are used for leisure and small-boat activities.
Historically the lake has served local fishing communities and small settlements along its shores; the 2013 Chelyabinsk meteoroid event brought international attention when pieces of the meteor were recovered in the region around the lake.
Geographically the lake lies west of the city of Chelyabinsk in the southern Ural region of Russia, within Chelyabinsk Oblast, and is surrounded by mixed forest and agricultural land.
- 2013 meteor event: A meteorite impact on 15 February 2013 produced a large hole in the frozen surface and led to retrieval of fragments from the area of the lake.
Tips for Visiting Lake Chebarkul #
- Visit Lake Chebarkul in the warmer months for easier shore access and to see the lakeside memorials and displays that commemorate the 2013 meteor event; local museums in Chebarkul/Chelyabinsk provide context and recovered fragments.
- Approach via the town of Chebarkul and use the main lakeshore promenade and memorial site - those are the established visitor points with parking and the clearest access to the lake.
- If meteorite history is your focus, check museum opening times in Chebarkul or Chelyabinsk ahead of your trip so you can pair the lakeshore visit with curated exhibits and authentic recovered pieces.
Best Time to Visit Lake Chebarkul #
Visit Lake Chebarkul in summer (June-August) for the mildest conditions and easiest access; winters are long and very cold.
Weather & Climate near Lake Chebarkul #
Lake Chebarkul's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 91 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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