Zulumart RangeZulumart Range at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Zulumart Range
Summer is the primary trekking season for the Zulumart Range; shoulder seasons can be rewarding but require experienced logistics.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 5-20°C (41-68°F)
Short season of milder weather-best for trekking; higher passes may still have snow.
Late Spring
May-Jun · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Variable conditions and possible snow at altitude; fewer trekkers.
Early Autumn
Sep-Oct · -5-12°C (23-54°F)
Clear skies but colder nights; excellent for clear high-altitude views.
Weather & Climate near Zulumart Range
Climate
Zulumart Range's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -30°C to 7°C. Moderate rainfall (714 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 41
Good
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
17°
Warmest Month
-43°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -29° - -18° | -35° | 54 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.6h |
| February | Poor | -30° - -17° | -35° | 55 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| March | Poor | -27° - -14° | -31° | 81 mm | overcast | 79% | 5.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -18° - -9° | -21° | 84 mm | overcast | 66% | 4.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.1h |
| May | Poor | -12° - -3° | -14° | 90 mm | overcast | 56% | 5.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.2h |
| June | Poor | -9° - 1° | -10° | 51 mm | overcast | 53% | 4.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Acceptable | -6° - 7° | -4° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 3.8 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Acceptable | -5° - 7° | -3° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.5h |
| September | Acceptable | -10° - 3° | -9° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 43% | 4.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | -15° - -5° | -17° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 5.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -23° - -13° | -28° | 53 mm | overcast | 65% | 5.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
| December | Poor | -28° - -16° | -33° | 68 mm | overcast | 75% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.3h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Zulumart Range
The Zulumart Range is in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region. Travelers usually reach the region by road from Khorugh, the regional capital, which has limited air service and overland routes from Tajikistan’s major cities. From Khorugh, local 4x4 transport and local guides are required for access to remote ranges.
Tips for Visiting Zulumart Range
- Coordinate with local guides for high-mountain trekking-Gorno-Badakhshan has remote passes and unpredictable weather.
- Carry a satellite phone or emergency beacon in remote areas; mobile coverage is unreliable in the Pamirs.
- Acclimatize gradually when traveling into higher altitudes to avoid altitude sickness.