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April in Almaty brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 139 mm (5.5 in), so pack an umbrella.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Almaty. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Almaty typically rise from around 14°C (57°F) at the start of April to approximately 20°C (68°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 9°C (48°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Almaty spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 20 years of weather records for Almaty, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for changing conditions in Almaty in April. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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