Monthly temperatures at the destination: averages for 2016–2025, not a forecast.
Based on a photo by Vilya Shoni, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified
Spring
March–May
Marchat the destination −2° / −7°
Aprilat the destination +4° / −2°
Mayat the destination +9° / +2°
Summer
June–August
Juneat the destination +13° / +6°
Julyat the destination +17° / +9°
Augustat the destination +15° / +8°
Autumn
September–November
Septemberat the destination +12° / +5°
Octoberat the destination +3° / −2°
Novemberat the destination −3° / −9°
Based on a photo by Vilya Shoni, CC BY-SA 4.0, modified
Winter
December–February
Decemberat the destination −8° / −14°
Januaryat the destination −9° / −15°
Februaryat the destination −7° / −13°
Seasons
Summer trips are usually planned from mid-June to September. At the beginning and end of the season, check that the yurt camp is operating and confirm pass conditions in advance.
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Real photos, each with the date it was taken. Tap or click to enlarge.
From Kochkor, book a transfer to the yurt camp at Batay-Aral in advance. The road via Kalmak-Ashuu takes about 3 hours; check pass conditions and agree the meeting point with the driver. The horseback approach starts near Kyzart: the transfer from Kochkor takes 1–1.5 hours, then the approach to the lake includes an overnight stay in Kilemche. The 2026 guide price for a three-day Kochkor–Kochkor programme is 375 dollars per person in June and September, or 425 in July and August for a group of at least four; two nights in yurts, meals and transport are included. Ask for the price of a separate transfer.
