Lake Zaysan
Lake Large inland lake in eastern Kazakhstan
In East Kazakhstan near the Altai foothills, Lake Zaysan stretches along steppe shoreline; overland travelers and anglers visit for fishing, birdlife and to pass through provincial towns on long-distance routes.
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Lake Zaysan is a large lake in eastern Kazakhstan’s East Kazakhstan Region, lying in a broad depression near the foothills of the Altai Mountains. It is one of the major lakes of northeastern Kazakhstan and forms an important regional water body.
The lake basin has been part of regional trade and settlement routes for centuries and has been integrated into modern Kazakh economic activities including fishing and agriculture. Hydrological changes and human management have affected shoreline use over time.
Lake Zaysan sits in the eastern part of Kazakhstan, in the Zaysan Depression of East Kazakhstan Region, east of the central Kazakh plain and west of the Altai foothills, near regional transport corridors linking to other parts of Central Asia.
- Hydrology: The Irtysh River flows through or from the lake region, forming an important local drainage and transport corridor.
Tips for Visiting Lake Zaysan #
- Base yourself in the town of Zaysan on the lake's northern shore for the best combination of services and easy shoreline access-most visitor facilities and fuel are found there.
- Plan visits for late spring through early autumn when roads and local services around the lake are most reliable, and carry a plan for fueling and supplies in Zaysan because services around the lake are limited.
Best Time to Visit Lake Zaysan #
Best visited in summer and early autumn when the weather is warmest and outdoor access around Lake Zaysan is easiest.
Weather & Climate near Lake Zaysan #
Lake Zaysan's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -18°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 40 mm of rain.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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