South Alichur RangeThings to Do
Nearby Attractions to South Alichur Range
When to Go
Best Time to Visit South Alichur Range
Late July and August are the practical months for high-altitude trekking and climbing in this region.
Late summer (July-August)
July-August · 0°C-15°C (32°F-59°F) at higher altitudes
Main mountaineering window with the warmest and most stable conditions.
Early summer/late spring (June)
June · -5°C-10°C (23°F-50°F)
Snow can linger at high passes; approach conditions variable.
Weather & Climate near South Alichur Range
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 40
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-38°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -26° - -15° | -29° | 25 mm | overcast | 75% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -27° - -14° | -29° | 28 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Poor | -24° - -11° | -26° | 40 mm | overcast | 70% | 4.8 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -15° - -6° | -16° | 42 mm | overcast | 56% | 3.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Poor | -9° - 0° | -10° | 41 mm | overcast | 48% | 4.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.0h |
| June | Acceptable | -5° - 5° | -5° | 19 mm | overcast | 42% | 4.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Good | -3° - 11° | 1° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 38% | 3.4 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Good | -2° - 10° | 2° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 39% | 2.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Good | -7° - 6° | -4° | 14 mm | some cloud | 35% | 3.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | -12° - -1° | -12° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 40% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| November | Poor | -20° - -9° | -21° | 17 mm | overcast | 56% | 3.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |
| December | Poor | -25° - -12° | -26° | 28 mm | overcast | 67% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.5h |
Getting There & Around
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.