Moma Range Mountains
Remote mountain range in northeastern Siberia, Russia
In northeastern Siberia, the Moma Range is a remote mountain chain of tundra, permafrost and river valleys. It attracts researchers and expedition teams interested in geology, glaciology and Arctic ecosystems.
Moma Range at a Glance#
Address: Moma Range, Sakha Republic (Yakutia), Russia
Admission: No admission; access is variable and depends on remoteness and permits for certain regions
How to Get to Moma Range#
The Moma Range is in the Sakha Republic (Yakutia) of Russia and is extremely remote. Access is typically by river boat in summer or by winter ice-road and snowmobile; flights to regional hubs such as Yakutsk followed by long overland travel are common. Expeditions require local guides and careful logistical planning.
Tips for Visiting Moma Range#
- Organize any expedition with an experienced Arctic logistics operator familiar with the Moma area.
- Prepare for extreme cold and remoteness; satellite communication and emergency plans are essential.
- Respect indigenous lands and obtain permissions where necessary; much of the region falls within traditional territories.
Best Time to Visit Moma Range#
Access in summer months is the most practical; outside that period conditions are extremely severe and logistically challenging.
Weather & Climate near Moma Range#
Moma Range's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -41°C to 16°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -32°C and lows of -41°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -31°C and lows of -41°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -24°C and lows of -39°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -25°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -29°C and lows of -38°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -32°C and lows of -40°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.