Mezhdusharsky Island
Island Remote Arctic island in Russia's Arkhangelsk region
A remote island in Arkhangelsk Oblast within northern Russia’s coastal archipelagos, Mezhdusharsky Island sees little tourist infrastructure; access is mainly by expedition or research boat.
How to Get to Mezhdusharsky Island #
Access to Mezhdusharsky Island is by expedition vessel or research charter from Arkhangelsk or Kandalaksha during the brief Arctic summer. There are no regular transport services; travel requires coordination with licensed operators experienced in White Sea navigation.
Tips for Visiting Mezhdusharsky Island #
- Travel only in the brief Arctic summer window; weather and sea ice make access highly conditional-charter vessels are usually required.
- Bring satellite communication; there are no services on Mezhdusharsky Island and navigation charts may vary in detail.
- Expect tundra, no permanent services, and possible bird colonies - observe nesting birds from a distance and avoid disturbance.
Best Time to Visit Mezhdusharsky Island #
Visit very selectively in the Arctic summer when sea ice retreats; plan with experienced Arctic operators.
Weather & Climate near Mezhdusharsky Island #
Mezhdusharsky Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -20°C to 11°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -13°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. The driest month with just 20 mm, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 20 mm, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and breezy conditions.
