Markotkh Range

Mountains Coastal mountain range in western Caucasus

A coastal mountain chain in Krasnodar Krai, the Markotkh Range presents steep ridges above the Black Sea; visitors hike, photograph sea cliffs and alpine meadows and use it as a backdrop to nearby resort towns.

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Markotkh Range
Markotkh Range, Krasnodar Krai, Russia (coastal mountain strip near Sochi/Anapa regions)
44.7460, 37.8503

How to Get to Markotkh Range #

Access from coastal cities such as Sochi or Anapa by regional road. Local bus routes and private transfers service small towns at the range’s base; trailheads are reached from coastal access roads.

Tips for Visiting Markotkh Range #

  • Some ridges are exposed and can be slippery after rain; proper footwear and a weather check are essential.
  • Combine Markotkh treks with a visit to nearby coastal towns for food and accommodation.

Best Time to Visit Markotkh Range #

Late spring through early autumn is optimal for outdoor activities and coastal hiking.

Late spring-summer
May-Sept · 15-27°C
Best for hiking and coastal access.
Autumn
Sept-Oct · 10-20°C
Cooling weather and fewer visitors.

Weather & Climate near Markotkh Range #

Climate

Markotkh Range's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (799 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.6h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 25°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.7h daylight

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