Schmidt (volcano)
Volcano Remote stratovolcano in Kamchatka, volcanic landscape
A volcano on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, Schmidt draws mountaineers, volcanologists and expedition groups interested in remote volcanic landscapes, ash cones and the broader Pacific‑Ring geology of Kamchatka.
Schmidt is a volcanic feature on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia. It is one of many cones and stratovolcanoes that form the highly active volcanic landscape of central and eastern Kamchatka.
The feature is expressed as a volcanic cone within the peninsula’s broader volcanic zone and is mapped at the coordinates provided. Access and detailed visitor facilities are limited due to the remote nature of Kamchatka.
The volcano is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire and the volcanic arc characteristic of Kamchatka; activity histories and detailed eruption records for individual small cones vary and are documented by regional volcanological services.
The feature lies on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East, within a sparsely populated volcanic region.
How to Get to Schmidt (volcano) #
Access to Kamchatka is usually via Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (air connections from Moscow and other Russian cities) and then by regional transport or arranged expeditions; local guides and outfitters handle transfers to remote volcanic areas.
Tips for Visiting Schmidt (volcano) #
- If approaching by sea or air, coordinate with local guides - Kamchatka's terrain and weather require experienced logistics.
- Respect protected areas and any notices from the Russian authorities regarding restricted access.
- Bring cold-weather gear even in summer; coastal fogs and wind can make temperatures feel much lower.
Best Time to Visit Schmidt (volcano) #
Summer is the practical season for most visits; Kamchatka is remote and weather-dependent year-round.
Weather & Climate near Schmidt (volcano) #
Schmidt (volcano)'s climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -20°C to 11°C. Abundant rainfall (1003 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -19°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
