Tebulosmta

Mountain Remote high mountain on Georgia–Russia border

A high, glaciated peak in the eastern Greater Caucasus near the Georgia-Russia border. Mountaineers and experienced hikers approach for challenging climbs, steep ridges and alpine conditions.

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Tebulosmta is a mountain massif in the Greater Caucasus region of northeastern Georgia, forming part of the high mountainous frontier between Georgia and neighboring areas.

The area offers rugged alpine terrain, glaciated ridges and technical mountaineering routes visited by experienced climbers. There are no large visitor facilities on the massif; access is by trekking and climbing approaches from remote valleys.

The massif is a natural geographic feature rather than a constructed landmark; it has figured in local alpine and exploration history as a high point within the eastern Greater Caucasus.

Situated in northeastern Georgia within the Greater Caucasus range, the mountain lies near the international frontier zones of the central Caucasus and is approached from remote mountain valleys.

  • Visitor profile: Part of the Greater Caucasus mountain system and visited by mountaineers and experienced trekkers rather than casual tourists.
Tebulosmta
42.5742, 45.3150

Tips for Visiting Tebulosmta #

  • Plan any trek to Tebulosmta for the short high-season window (roughly July-September) when snow is minimal and alpine routes are most stable; outside those months routes can be snowbound and technical.
  • Arrange a local, experienced mountain guide and logistics in advance-approaches are remote, routes can cross sensitive border areas, and local guides know current conditions and any access restrictions.
  • Prepare for multi-day travel and limited services: expect long approaches from the nearest Georgian villages and confirm up-to-date information on permits or restrictions with Georgian authorities before attempting the massif.

Best Time to Visit Tebulosmta #

For trekking or climbing Tebulosmta, the short summer window (July-August) offers the most reliable access; alpine conditions persist year‑round at high elevation.

Summer climbing season
Jul-Aug · base 5-15°C; summit often below freezing to ~5°C
Warmest and most stable period for accessing trails and attempting ascents; high‑altitude conditions remain alpine and can be cold.
Shoulder
May, Sep · base 0-10°C; summit typically below freezing
Weather can be unstable with lingering snow and rapidly changing conditions-suitable only for experienced parties prepared for alpine conditions.
Winter
Dec-Feb · often well below freezing at altitude
Severe cold, heavy snow and avalanche risk make the mountain appropriate only for technical winter mountaineering with specialized gear.

Weather & Climate near Tebulosmta #

Climate

Tebulosmta's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -18°C to 6°C. Abundant rainfall (1056 mm/year), wettest in May.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-28°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

33 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° -11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

33 Poor

Comfort

-15°
Feels Like Freezing
-15°C
Temperature
-18° -12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-14°
Feels Like Freezing
-14°C
Temperature
-18° -10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

25 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -6°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-3°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -3°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-12° -7°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

35 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-15° -10°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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