Neupokoev Island
Island Remote Arctic island in Yamalo-Nenets region
Neupokoev Island in Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug is a remote Arctic island visited mainly by researchers studying tundra, sea ice and polar conditions.
How to Get to Neupokoev Island #
Accessible only by ice-capable vessels or coordinated polar flights and boats during the Arctic summer; approach requires permits from Russian authorities and polar logistics providers.
Tips for Visiting Neupokoev Island #
- Only approach with organized Arctic transport; ice and weather can make visits dangerous.
- Bring windproof clothing and plan for insects (midges) in the very short summer thaw.
Best Time to Visit Neupokoev Island #
Neupokoev Island is a high-latitude location best visited only during the brief Arctic summer with specialized logistics.
Weather & Climate near Neupokoev Island #
Neupokoev Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -31°C to 7°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -23°C and lows of -30°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -24°C and lows of -31°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -27°C. The driest month with just 14 mm, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -13°C and lows of -22°C. The driest month with just 14 mm, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 38 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
