Mount Dzhimara

Mountain Caucasus mountain on the Russia-Georgia border, glaciated summit

A high peak in North Ossetia-Alania’s section of the Greater Caucasus, Mount Dzhimara appeals to technical climbers and parties tackling multi-day glacier routes.

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Mount Dzhimara is a mountain situated in North Ossetia-Alania, Russia, at 42.72095° N, 44.41407° E. This entry records its location and administrative region; no additional verified elevation or historical detail is provided here.

As a mountain in the Greater Caucasus region, it represents alpine terrain; specific access routes, climbing grades, or visitor facilities are not detailed in the provided information.

The feature is a natural mountain landform; detailed geological formation and human-history notes are not included in this summary.

It lies within North Ossetia-Alania at the coordinates above; nearest towns or distances to major regional centers are not specified in the provided data.

  • Coordinates: 42.72095° N, 44.41407° E
  • Admin region: Located in North Ossetia-Alania, Russia
Mount Dzhimara
42.7210, 44.4141

How to Get to Mount Dzhimara #

Access is typically via Vladikavkaz, the regional capital. From Vladikavkaz, climbers travel by road into mountain valleys and then on foot from trailheads; local guides and alpine clubs organize transport and high-mountain logistics.

Tips for Visiting Mount Dzhimara #

  • Routes on Dzhimara are for experienced mountaineers; hire a local certified guide familiar with North Ossetian approaches.
  • Plan for glaciated terrain and rapidly changing weather; check regional advisories before attempting climbs.
  • Coordinate logistics through Vladikavkaz for permits, transport, and equipment rentals.

Best Time to Visit Mount Dzhimara #

High-mountain climbing season in the Caucasus is short - summer months offer the safest window for summit attempts.

Summer
June-August · -5-10°C (summit)
The standard climbing season with reduced avalanche risk but cold summit nights.
Late spring / early autumn
May-June, September · -10-5°C
Shoulder seasons can work for experienced teams, though storms are a real risk.

Weather & Climate near Mount Dzhimara #

Climate

Mount Dzhimara's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -21°C to 4°C. Abundant rainfall (1049 mm/year), wettest in May.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

31 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-20° -14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -21°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-17°
Feels Like Freezing
-17°C
Temperature
-21° -14°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-20° -12°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -8°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-10° -4°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

September

September is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-4°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -5°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -9°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-14° -9°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

33 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-18° -12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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