Moldo Too
Mountains Mountain range in Kyrgyzstan, part of Tien Shan
A mountain range in Kyrgyzstan’s Tien Shan foothills, Moldo Too offers alpine pastures, shepherding culture and trails used by trekkers crossing high cols.
How to Get to Moldo Too #
Moldo Too is accessed via regional roads from larger Kyrgyz towns. Approaches vary depending on the specific massif; the nearest larger centers are likely in the Chuy or Naryn regions. Travel is usually by private 4x4 or local transport to the nearest village, then on foot or horseback into the highlands.
Tips for Visiting Moldo Too #
- Hire a local guide familiar with mountain passes; maps and trail markings can be poor in remote ranges.
- Bring altitude-appropriate gear and be ready for sudden weather changes.
- Combine a visit with nearby Jalal-Abad or Naryn regions depending on approach; check local transport availability.
Best Time to Visit Moldo Too #
Visit in summer for the most reliable trail conditions; winter travel requires alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Moldo Too #
Moldo Too's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -23°C to 21°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -11°C and lows of -23°C. The driest month with just 15 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 68 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cold with highs of 18°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.