Mountain town in Issyk-Kul Region, Kyrgyzstan
Karakol weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Karakol
Jun–Sep is the trekking season; Jul–Aug is busiest and hottest. Dec–Mar is ski season, cold and snowy. Many camps close in winter.
Karakol weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-1°11 mm
- Feb2°16 mm
- Mar9°23 mm
- Apr14°42 mm
- May18°50 mm
- Jun22°52 mm
- Jul25°41 mm
- Aug25°40 mm
- Sep20°29 mm
- Oct13°25 mm
- Nov6°23 mm
- Dec1°14 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1°C31°F | -10°C14°F | 11 mm | 62% | Freezing |
| February | 2°C36°F | -7°C20°F | 16 mm | 62% | Freezing |
| March | 9°C48°F | 0°C33°F | 23 mm | 57% | Cold |
| April | 14°C58°F | 5°C41°F | 42 mm | 55% | Cool |
| May | 18°C65°F | 9°C48°F | 50 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 13°C55°F | 52 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C77°F | 15°C59°F | 41 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C76°F | 14°C58°F | 40 mm | 47% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C68°F | 10°C50°F | 29 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| October | 13°C56°F | 4°C40°F | 25 mm | 54% | Cool |
| November | 6°C43°F | -2°C29°F | 23 mm | 61% | Cold |
| December | 1°C33°F | -8°C17°F | 14 mm | 61% | Freezing |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Karakol?
Jun–Sep. Jun–Sep is the trekking season; Jul–Aug is busiest and hottest. Dec–Mar is ski season, cold and snowy. Many camps close in winter.
When is the rainy season in Karakol?
Rain peaks in June with about 52 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Karakol?
July, with average highs of 25°C (77°F).
How cold does Karakol get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -10°C (14°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 3.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.