Rastorguyev Island
Island Arctic island in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Russia
Rastorguyev Island in Krasnoyarsk Krai lies in Arctic waters and attracts scientific teams and expedition vessels studying polar wildlife and island geology.
Tips for Visiting Rastorguyev Island #
- Plan for a mid‑summer visit (July-August) when Arctic sea ice is at its minimum and access by expedition vessel or helicopter is most feasible.
- Only travel with an experienced Arctic operator - the island has no visitor infrastructure, weather and pack ice change rapidly, and search/rescue options are extremely limited.
- Confirm permissions and logistics well before departure: remote Russian Arctic travel often requires coordination with authorities and a knowledgeable operator who monitors ice, permits and safety hazards (e.g., drift ice, wildlife).
Best Time to Visit Rastorguyev Island #
If visiting this high-Arctic island, plan for the brief summer (June-August) when sea ice is at its minimum and access is most feasible.
Weather & Climate near Rastorguyev Island #
Rastorguyev Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -32°C to 8°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -25°C and lows of -32°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -25°C and lows of -32°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 -29°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -23°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 14 mm, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 37 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -17°C and lows of -24°C. Light rainfall, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -21°C and lows of -28°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
