Capital city, Kyrgyzstan
Bishkek weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bishkek
May–Jun and Sep are warm with open mountain roads; Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold and smoggy. Trekking season runs Jun–Sep.
Bishkek weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan5°24 mm
- Feb8°30 mm
- Mar15°42 mm
- Apr20°61 mm
- May26°48 mm
- Jun32°29 mm
- Jul34°20 mm
- Aug33°13 mm
- Sep27°15 mm
- Oct19°36 mm
- Nov11°38 mm
- Dec6°30 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C41°F | -4°C24°F | 24 mm | 58% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | -3°C26°F | 30 mm | 58% | Cold |
| March | 15°C58°F | 2°C36°F | 42 mm | 56% | Cool |
| April | 20°C68°F | 7°C45°F | 61 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C78°F | 12°C54°F | 48 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C89°F | 17°C63°F | 29 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| July | 34°C94°F | 20°C68°F | 20 mm | 30% | Hot |
| August | 33°C91°F | 19°C66°F | 13 mm | 28% | Hot |
| September | 27°C80°F | 13°C56°F | 15 mm | 31% | Pleasant |
| October | 19°C66°F | 7°C44°F | 36 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| November | 11°C52°F | 0°C33°F | 38 mm | 57% | Cool |
| December | 6°C42°F | -4°C25°F | 30 mm | 59% | Cold |
Best months across Kyrgyzstan
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bishkek?
May–Jun, Sep. May–Jun and Sep are warm with open mountain roads; Jul–Aug is hot; Dec–Feb is cold and smoggy. Trekking season runs Jun–Sep.
When is the rainy season in Bishkek?
Rain peaks in April with about 61 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bishkek?
July, with average highs of 34°C (94°F).
How cold does Bishkek get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (24°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.