City, Kazakhstan
Almaty weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Almaty
May–Jun and Sep are mild with open trails; Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold and smoggy but good for skiing at Shymbulak.
Almaty weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°22 mm
- Feb6°29 mm
- Mar13°46 mm
- Apr19°79 mm
- May23°68 mm
- Jun27°50 mm
- Jul30°34 mm
- Aug30°28 mm
- Sep25°24 mm
- Oct18°38 mm
- Nov11°39 mm
- Dec6°27 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C39°F | -8°C18°F | 22 mm | 79% | Cold |
| February | 6°C43°F | -6°C22°F | 29 mm | 82% | Cold |
| March | 13°C55°F | 3°C37°F | 46 mm | 74% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 8°C47°F | 79 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 13°C55°F | 68 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C81°F | 17°C62°F | 50 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C86°F | 19°C67°F | 34 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C86°F | 18°C65°F | 28 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C78°F | 14°C56°F | 24 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 8°C46°F | 38 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| November | 11°C52°F | 1°C34°F | 39 mm | 73% | Cold |
| December | 6°C42°F | -5°C22°F | 27 mm | 77% | Cold |
Best months across Kazakhstan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Almaty | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Astana | Jun–Sep | Jul (27°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Almaty?
May–Jun, Sep. May–Jun and Sep are mild with open trails; Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold and smoggy but good for skiing at Shymbulak.
When is the rainy season in Almaty?
Rain peaks in April with about 79 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Almaty?
July, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Almaty get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -8°C (18°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 11°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.