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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Atyraū.
Atyraū, Kazakhstan, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 34°C (93°F) and January dropping to -2°C (28°F).
Rain/snowfall is extremely rare, with only 218 mm (8.6 in) falling across the entire year. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 11.4 hours of daily sunshine.
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Visitors to Atyraū can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -2°C (28°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in July to around -9°C (16°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Atyraū experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rain/snowfall, generally receiving 218 mm (8.6 in) annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives low rainfall, averaging 26 mm (1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 5 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 8 mm (0.3 in) over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Atyraū Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Atyraū. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Atyraū.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 85%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 45%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Atyraū. In contrast, January, February, July and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Atyraū has very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 218 mm (8.6 in). April is the wettest month with 26 mm (1 in), while August is the driest with 8 mm (0.3 in).
Atyraū receives around 2,617 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 343 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 78 hours. Overall, Atyraū enjoys abundant sunshine.
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