Gorno-Altaisk, Russia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Gorno-Altaisk, Russia? If you're planning to go to Gorno-Altaisk, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Gorno-Altaisk, Russia

Based on the climate and weather in Gorno-Altaisk, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Gorno-Altaisk, Russia by month

January

January in Gorno-Altaisk is biting cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It snows regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleece for under jacket
Multiple layer jacket shell
Ski jacket
Thermal undergarments
Goggles for eye protection
Snow boots
Extreme cold weather gear
Thick pajamas
High performance gloves
Neck gaiter
Insulated boots
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Coveralls

February

February for Gorno-Altaisk is frigid. Temperatures average in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day. It snows about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

High performance gloves
Insulated boots
Goggles for eye protection
Neck gaiter
Snow boots
Thick pajamas
Multiple layer jacket shell
Ski jacket
Fleece for under jacket
Coveralls
Extreme cold weather gear
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Thermal undergarments

March

March is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pajamas, such as sweats
Ski jacket
Scarf
Sweaters
Snow boots
Thermal undergarments
Very heavy socks
Insulated boots
Fleeces
Gloves
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Multiple layer jacket shell

April

April here is crisp. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly and snows about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Fleeces
Jacket or coat
Rain coat
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Socks
Umbrella
Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof footwear

May

May in Gorno-Altaisk is balmy and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Rain boots
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Skirts
Umbrella
Shorts or short pants
Light footwear
Sandals
Dresses

June

In June, Gorno-Altaisk is warm, very rainy and somewhat stormy. Temperatures routinely are in the 70s F (mid 20s C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Gorno-Altaisk, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain boots
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Dresses
Umbrella
Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Long and short sleeve shirts
Shorts or short pants
Rain coat
Skirts
Light footwear

July

July in Gorno-Altaisk is warm, very rainy and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Dresses
Rain boots
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Rain coat
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts

August

In August, Gorno-Altaisk is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 70s F (mid 20s C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Gorno-Altaisk, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Sandals
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion
Dresses
Light footwear
Rain coat
Rain boots
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella

September

Traveling to Gorno-Altaisk in September, you will notice that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Umbrella
Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Light jacket or fleece
Long skirts
Pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Socks

October

October in Gorno-Altaisk is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain regularly. It also snows once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Fleeces
Standard footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Rain coat
Light gloves or mittens
Umbrella
Socks
Waterproof luggage

November

November can be extremely cold. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It snows regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Very heavy socks
Snow boots
Thermal undergarments
Fleeces
Scarf
Pajamas, such as sweats
Sweaters
Multiple layer jacket shell
Gloves
Ski jacket
Insulated boots
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment

December

Traveling to Gorno-Altaisk in December, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold and somewhat snowy. Expect it to snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Thermal undergarments
Thick pajamas
High performance gloves
Neck gaiter
Insulated boots
Goggles for eye protection
Coveralls
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Extreme cold weather gear
Ski jacket
Snow boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Fleece for under jacket

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Gorno-Altaisk, Russia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Gorno-Altaisk, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Gorno-Altaisk
Appropriate museum wear

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