Zavaritski CalderaZavaritski Caldera at a Glance
Things to Do
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When to Go
Best Time to Visit Zavaritski Caldera
Summer is the only practical season for access; otherwise seas and weather make travel hazardous.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 5-15°C
Best conditions for boat approaches and any permitted landings.
Weather & Climate near Zavaritski Caldera
Climate
Zavaritski Caldera's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 13°C. Abundant rainfall (1578 mm/year), wettest in October.
Air Quality:
AQI 31
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
16°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -3° | -15° | 89 mm | overcast | 79% | 10.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -4° | -15° | 86 mm | overcast | 81% | 10.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -7° - -3° | -14° | 93 mm | overcast | 81% | 9.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 1° | -9° | 120 mm | overcast | 87% | 8.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Poor | -2° - 5° | -4° | 135 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.8h |
| June | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 86 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.6h |
| July | Poor | 3° - 11° | 4° | 105 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.2h |
| August | Poor | 5° - 13° | 6° | 145 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.0h |
| September | Poor | 5° - 12° | 5° | 201 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 226 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 3° | -6° | 165 mm | overcast | 81% | 8.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -5° - -1° | -11° | 127 mm | overcast | 79% | 10.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Zavaritski Caldera
Access to the Kuril islands is challenging and often requires coordination with Russian authorities. Travel is typically by chartered vessel from Sakhalin; plan for permits, limited services, and weather-related delays.
Tips for Visiting Zavaritski Caldera
- If visiting the Kuril chain, allow flexible schedule-weather and border controls can disrupt itineraries.
- Respect restricted military areas; many parts of the Kurils require permits.
- Bring warm, layered clothing even in summer-the maritime climate is cool and wind-prone.