Mount Dyultydag Mountain

High Dagestani mountain in the Greater Caucasus

A peak in Dagestan's section of the Caucasus, Mount Dyultydag attracts trekkers and climbers interested in alpine terrain, remote villages and mountain landscapes.

Mount Dyultydag at a Glance#

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How to Get to Mount Dyultydag#

Mount Dyultydag is reached via regional roads from Makhachkala and Dagestan’s lowland cities. Travel typically requires arranging local transport to mountain villages and then trekking routes; hire local drivers and guides for safe access and up-to-date route information.

Tips for Visiting Mount Dyultydag#

  • Hire a local guide for the best route-Dagestan's mountain trails can be complex and signage is limited.
  • Check regional security advisories before travel and travel with reputable local contacts.
  • Prepare for stark alpine conditions: temperature drops quickly with elevation and microclimates are common.

Best Time to Visit Mount Dyultydag#

Best visited in late spring through early autumn when trails are accessible and weather is moderate.

Summer
June-August · 10-22°C
Warm days with cool nights-best for trekking and access to higher trails.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · 5-18°C
Fewer insects and pleasant conditions; wildflowers in late spring.

Weather & Climate near Mount Dyultydag#

Climate

Mount Dyultydag's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -18°C to 10°C. Moderate rainfall (875 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-30°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -17°C. The driest month with just 25 mm, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

39 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-17° – -10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° – -10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-16° – -8°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° – -3°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-6° – 1°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-2° – 6°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
15.0h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
2° – 10°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.7h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).

62 Good

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
2° – 10°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

54 Acceptable

Comfort

2°
Feels Like Cold
2°C
Temperature
-1° – 6°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-7° – 0°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-11° – -4°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° – -8°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight