Maly Vysotsky Island Island
Island in Gulf of Finland near Vysotsk
Maly Vysotsky Island lies in Leningrad Oblast near the Gulf of Finland; it interests visitors for local maritime history, fishing and boat access.
Maly Vysotsky Island at a Glance#
Address: Maly Vysotsky Island, Lake Ladoga area, Leningrad Oblast, Russia
How to Get to Maly Vysotsky Island#
Access is by private boat from nearby mainland ports on Lake Ladoga. Seasonal boat services may run from larger towns; check local providers in Leningrad Oblast.
Tips for Visiting Maly Vysotsky Island#
- If planning to visit in warmer months, check travel and border restrictions - the island lies close to international waters and ownership has shifted historically.
- Bring binoculars - the island's seabird colonies and changing shoreline are best seen from a small vessel.
- There are no major visitor facilities; prepare provisions and water.
Best Time to Visit Maly Vysotsky Island#
Best in summer when lake crossings are most reliable; expect limited facilities year-round.
Weather & Climate near Maly Vysotsky Island#
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -11°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (658 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.