Lake Kezenoyam
Lake High-altitude Caucasus lake known for turquoise water
Lake Kezenoyam (Kezenoy-Am) sits in the North Caucasus highlands, ringed by steep peaks; hikers and anglers visit for alpine scenery, clear water and mountain trekking routes.
Lake Kezenoyam is an alpine mountain lake in the North Caucasus region of Russia. It is set in high, rugged terrain and is known locally for its clear water and mountain scenery.
The lake occupies a glacial or high-mountain basin and functions as a destination for hikers and visitors to the surrounding mountains. It is part of a wider mountain landscape of peaks, valleys and seasonal pastures.
Local use includes hill farming and seasonal grazing in surrounding valleys; the lake and environs are valued for their natural scenery rather than developed tourism infrastructure.
Geographically, the lake sits in the highlands of the North Caucasus within the Russian Federation, surrounded by steep slopes and alpine terrain.
Best Time to Visit Lake Kezenoyam #
Best in summer (June-August) when the alpine lake is ice‑free and mountain access is at its easiest.
Weather & Climate near Lake Kezenoyam #
Lake Kezenoyam's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (663 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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