Lake Yessey
Lake Large tundra lake in Krasnoyarsk Krai
A remote northern lake in Krasnoyarsk Krai, set among tundra and taiga; seasonal visitors include researchers and anglers seeking secluded fishing and migratory waterfowl during short summers.
Lake Yessey is a freshwater lake in northern Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia, located above the Arctic Circle near latitude 68.47°N. It lies within a remote, sparsely populated part of Siberia.
The lake is little visited by mainstream tourists and is primarily of interest for regional ecology and local subsistence fishing. At this latitude it experiences a long freeze season and a short thawed summer period when wildlife activity is highest.
Lake Yessey is a natural lake in the Arctic portion of Krasnoyarsk Krai; it has not been the focus of major urban development. Local indigenous communities and seasonal hunters have used the surrounding landscape for centuries.
Geographically the lake sits in northern Siberia within Krasnoyarsk Krai, in a tundra and taiga transition zone. The area is remote from major cities and is accessed only by long overland travel or seasonal river and air routes.
- Seasonal ice cover: Sits well north of the Arctic Circle and is seasonally ice-covered for much of the year, limiting access outside the short summer season.
How to Get to Lake Yessey #
Lake Yessey lies in very remote Krasnoyarsk Krai (central Siberia) and is not on the regular road or rail network. Access normally requires chartered small aircraft to nearby airstrips, long river/boat travel in summer or winter ice roads and off‑road vehicles in colder months; organized expeditions and local logistical support are necessary.
Best Time to Visit Lake Yessey #
Plan travel in mid‑summer (June-August) when the lake is thawed and access is easiest; the rest of the year is dominated by Arctic cold and ice.
Weather & Climate near Lake Yessey #
Lake Yessey's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -41°C to 19°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -30°C and lows of -41°C. Almost no rain.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -28°C and lows of -39°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -31°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -26°C and lows of -37°C. Almost no rain.
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