Alma Ata weather in May (Kazakhstan)

Looking to travel to Alma Ata in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Alma Ata generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 18°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Alma Ata in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 140 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

With around 241 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alma Ata climate page with graphs.

 

Alma Ata, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 140 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 241 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kazakhstan in May

Find out more about the weather in Kazakhstan in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Alma Ata in May?

For visitors traveling to Alma Ata, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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