Ostrov Sal’m
Island Arctic island in Franz Josef Land archipelago
Ostrov Sal’m sits in the high Arctic within Arkhangelskaya oblast’s archipelagos; its polar tundra and sea-ice setting interest scientists and expedition cruise itineraries.
Ostrov Sal’m is an uninhabited island located in the Russian high Arctic, administered as part of Arkhangelskaya oblast. It forms one of the land features within Russia’s Arctic archipelagos.
The island is characterized by polar climate conditions, sea ice for much of the year and limited vegetation; it is visited primarily for scientific research and occasional polar expeditions.
Geographically it lies in the Arctic Ocean within the area of the northern Russian archipelagos and is governed from Arkhangelskaya oblast.
- Access: The island is uninhabited and lies within the Russian Arctic archipelagos, so access is limited to expedition vessels and scientific visits.
How to Get to Ostrov Sal’m #
There is no public transport to this remote Arctic island. Access requires an ice-capable vessel and coordination with Russian regional authorities or scientific institutions.
Tips for Visiting Ostrov Sal’m #
- This is a remote Arctic island in Arkhangelskaya oblast - visits are only conceivable as part of specialised scientific or exploratory expeditions.
- If planning fieldwork, coordinate with Russian regional authorities well in advance for permits and logistical support.
Best Time to Visit Ostrov Sal’m #
Visits are seasonally constrained and require specialised logistics; the narrow Arctic summer is the only feasible window.
Weather & Climate near Ostrov Sal’m #
Ostrov Sal’m's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -28°C to 0°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -18°C and lows of -23°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -13°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 14 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -16°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -19°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
