Zhanbay Island
Island Island in the Caspian Sea near Atyrau
A small Caspian island off Kazakhstan’s Atyrau coast; Zhanbay draws local fishers and boaters and is reached by short coastal trips.
How to Get to Zhanbay Island #
Access generally from the Atyrau region’s coast by boat; local mariners and fisheries know the safest approaches. Road access may be limited depending on exact location.
Tips for Visiting Zhanbay Island #
- Bring binoculars in the spring for migratory birdwatching along the Caspian coastline.
- Local road conditions can be rough-use a 4x4 if venturing off main routes.
- Coordinate with local authorities or fisheries for safe landing and travel advice if approaching from the water.
Best Time to Visit Zhanbay Island #
Spring and autumn are best for wildlife and pleasant coastal conditions.
Weather & Climate near Zhanbay Island #
Zhanbay Island's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 29°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
