South Alichur Range
Mountains High mountain range in eastern Pamirs
The South Alichur Range in Gorno-Badakhshan sits within the Pamirs; trekkers seek high passes, remote valleys, glacial lakes and contact with nomadic herding communities.
How to Get to South Alichur Range #
Reaching South Alichur typically involves long drives from Khorog (the regional center) on rough mountain roads toward Murghab and then to Alichur valley approaches. Travel requires coordination with local guides, permits from Gorno-Badakhshan authorities, and reliable 4x4 transport.
Tips for Visiting South Alichur Range #
- Organize travel through Khorog or Murghab and hire local Wakhi or Kyrgyz guides for remote-range navigation and high-altitude support.
- The range is remote and high-altitude-permits, adequate acclimatization and solid expedition logistics are essential.
- Summer offers the only practical window for exploration; be prepared for glaciated approaches and limited emergency services.
Best Time to Visit South Alichur Range #
Late July and August are the practical months for high-altitude trekking and climbing in this region.
Weather & Climate near South Alichur Range #
South Alichur Range's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -27°C to 11°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -15°C and lows of -26°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -27°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -24°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. The wettest month with 42 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 14 mm.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -20°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -25°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
