Nachikinskaya

Volcano Stratovolcano on Kamchatka Peninsula with rugged slopes

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Nachikinskaya
57.8414, 162.6937

How to Get to Nachikinskaya #

Kamchatka is best accessed via flights into Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky; from there, regional transport (small planes, boats, or long-distance 4x4 routes) is needed. Given the remoteness, coordinate with local guides and check seasonal/weather advisories before travel.

Tips for Visiting Nachikinskaya #

  • Check trail reports and local ranger stations before climbing - Kamchatka weather is volatile and can close routes without notice.
  • If visiting for mineral springs or wildlife, plan for a multi-day visit and consider guided transport for tough backcountry stretches.

Best Time to Visit Nachikinskaya #

Summer (June-August) is the practical window for access and safer weather; hire local guides for remote areas.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
The only reliably accessible season for most Kamchatka hikes; snowmelt reveals trails.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
November-March · -15--5°C (5-23°F)
Harsh conditions suited only for experienced expedition groups and specialized equipment.

Weather & Climate near Nachikinskaya #

Climate

Nachikinskaya's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 12°C. Moderate rainfall (748 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-29°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -11°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-19° -11°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-18° -11°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° -10°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
14.1h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-5°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 89 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-6°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-14° -7°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° -10°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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