Rudakov (volcano)

Mountain Dormant volcano on Sakhalin Island with forested slopes

Volcanic cone in Sakhalin Oblast within Russia’s far‑east volcanic landscape; its remoteness makes it a point of interest for volcanologists and experienced mountaineers.

Rudakov (volcano)
45.8748, 149.8190

How to Get to Rudakov (volcano) #

Rudakov volcano is in a remote part of Sakhalin Oblast and has no visitor infrastructure. Access generally requires chartered sea transport or a specialised expedition from ports on southern Sakhalin; weather and sea ice make timing critical. Prospective visitors should coordinate with regional guides or scientific institutions.

Tips for Visiting Rudakov (volcano) #

  • Prepare for true remoteness: bring fuel, satellite communication or emergency beacon.
  • Check local weather bulletins-Sakhalin's coast can change fast.
  • Hire a local guide or join a scientific expedition; independent approaches are discouraged.

Best Time to Visit Rudakov (volcano) #

Visit in summer for the safest access window; the volcano is remote and seldom visited.

Summer
June-August · 8-15°C
Milder weather and long daylight make access easier; still cool and often foggy.
Late Spring/Early Autumn
May, September · 2-10°C
Shoulder seasons reduce sea ice risk but remain chilly and changeable.

Weather & Climate near Rudakov (volcano) #

Climate

Rudakov (volcano)'s climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1356 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

23 Poor

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-9° -5°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
10.8 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-10° -6°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
10.1 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

29 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
8.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-4°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
15.4h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.1h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

183 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (186 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

186 mm
Rainfall
7.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
8.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-7° -2°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
10.2 m/s
Wind
Windy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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