City in Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
Samarkand weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Samarkand
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild; Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb can be cold with occasional snow. The Registan is busiest around holidays.
Samarkand weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°35 mm
- Feb9°48 mm
- Mar16°58 mm
- Apr22°56 mm
- May29°30 mm
- Jun35°7 mm
- Jul37°2 mm
- Aug36°1 mm
- Sep30°2 mm
- Oct22°14 mm
- Nov13°35 mm
- Dec8°30 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -2°C28°F | 35 mm | 68% | Cold |
| February | 9°C48°F | -1°C30°F | 48 mm | 68% | Cold |
| March | 16°C60°F | 4°C39°F | 58 mm | 64% | Cool |
| April | 22°C71°F | 9°C48°F | 56 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C83°F | 14°C58°F | 30 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| June | 35°C95°F | 19°C66°F | 7 mm | 29% | Hot |
| July | 37°C99°F | 21°C70°F | 2 mm | 21% | Very hot |
| August | 36°C96°F | 20°C67°F | 1 mm | 21% | Hot |
| September | 30°C86°F | 15°C58°F | 2 mm | 22% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C71°F | 9°C48°F | 14 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| November | 13°C56°F | 3°C37°F | 35 mm | 56% | Cool |
| December | 8°C46°F | -1°C30°F | 30 mm | 65% | Cold |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Samarkand?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild; Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb can be cold with occasional snow. The Registan is busiest around holidays.
When is the rainy season in Samarkand?
Rain peaks in March with about 58 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Samarkand?
July, with average highs of 37°C (99°F).
How cold does Samarkand get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -2°C (28°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 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.