Climate ▸Forecast ▸May ▸June ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Alma Ata weather in May (Kazakhstan)

What weather conditions can you expect in Alma Ata this May? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The month of May in Alma Ata typically includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 18°C, cooling off to about 7°C at night.

Precipitation

Alma Ata in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 140 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 241 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Alma Ata.

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.

Need inspiration to choose your next destination? Our innovative weather planner helps you discover the perfect getaway tailored to your ideal climate conditions.

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Kazakhstan, check out our Alma Ata's climate page.

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 2 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 241 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kazakhstan in May

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

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
MarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarkerMarker

In May generally
tolerable weather
with pleasant temperatures
and high monthly rainfall

More information

Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Kazakhstan, check out our Alma Ata's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alma Ata.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Kazakhstan? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Kazakhstan. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.