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.
Mount Dzhimara at a Glance#
About Mount Dzhimara#
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
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.
Weather & Climate near Mount Dzhimara#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -20° - -14° | -27° | 54 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -21° - -14° | -26° | 63 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | -20° - -12° | -25° | 78 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -14° - -8° | -19° | 107 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Poor | -10° - -4° | -13° | 127 mm | overcast | 77% | 4.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 127 mm | overcast | 73% | 4.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 112 mm | overcast | 70% | 4.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.6 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -9° - -5° | -13° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | -14° - -9° | -20° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -18° - -12° | -25° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 6.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |