Lake Gusinoye
Lake Buryatian lake near Gusinoozyorsk with scenic shores
Lake Gusinoye in Buryatia lies near Gusinoozyorsk and supports local fisheries and seasonal recreation. Visitors explore lakeside promenades, nearby Buryat villages and regional markets.
Lake Gusinoye is a freshwater lake in the Republic of Buryatia in eastern Russia, near the settlement of Gusinoye Ozero. The name translates as “Goose Lake.”
The lake and its surroundings are used locally for fishing and summer recreation, and there are small communities and accommodation on its shores. The area is part of the broader Lake Baikal region’s inland lake system.
This regional lake has been a local focal point rather than a major national attraction, serving nearby settlements for commerce and leisure.
Lake Gusinoye lies within Buryatia, with the small town of Gusinoye Ozero on its shore and Ulan-Ude the nearest larger city to the northeast.
- Access town: The nearby settlement of Gusinoye Ozero provides the main access and services for visitors to the lake.
How to Get to Lake Gusinoye #
Gusinoozyorsk is reached by road from Ulan-Ude (about 120-140 km southeast). Regional buses and marshrutkas connect the two towns; from Gusinoozyorsk the lake is a short taxi or local bus ride to the town’s lakeside area.
Tips for Visiting Lake Gusinoye #
- If visiting, contact local guides in Gusinoozyorsk for boat access-much of the shoreline is privately used or marshy.
- Bring proper insect repellent in warm months; the surrounding wetlands can be mosquito-heavy.
- Photographers should aim for late afternoon light over the shallow bays for better reflections.
Best Time to Visit Lake Gusinoye #
Visit in summer for access and mild weather; winters are extreme but create a very different frozen landscape if one is prepared.
Weather & Climate near Lake Gusinoye #
Lake Gusinoye's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -27°C to 23°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -17°C and lows of -27°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -26°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 14°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 -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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