Almaty Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Almaty.
Climate overview of Almaty
Almaty Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Almaty - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Almaty
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Almaty. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -3°C (27°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in July to around -13°C (9°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Almaty
Generally, Almaty has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 869 mm (34 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, May it receives high rainfall, averaging 141 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 30 mm (1.2 in) over 9 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Almaty Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Almaty
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Almaty. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Almaty by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Almaty.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 78%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 44%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Almaty
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in March, April, May, June, July, August and September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Almaty
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: August and September
- Wettest months: March, April, May and June, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from December to January, with warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -13°C (9°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Almaty
What is the best time to visit Almaty?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Almaty. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Almaty has a distinct dry season from December to January, with warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Almaty?
Daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -13°C (9°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Almaty get?
Annual rainfall is around 869 mm (34 in). May is the wettest month with 141 mm (5.6 in), while January is the driest with 30 mm (1.2 in).
How sunny is Almaty?
Almaty receives around 2,358 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 308 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 102 hours. Overall, Almaty enjoys abundant sunshine.
Almaty 3-Day Forecast
Almaty 3-Day Forecast
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