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Shymkent Climate by Month

The temperature in Shymkent can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Shymkent. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -5°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Shymkent has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 701 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Shymkent can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 106 mm of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 9.3 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Shymkent in Kazakhstan

During the months of April, May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Shymkent have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July, August and September are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Shymkent?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Shymkent?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Shymkent?
    April tops the wettest month list with 106 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Shymkent?
    August is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Shymkent

    Sun   Dec 15
    5°C | -8°C
    W 11 km/h
    37 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    -4°C | -13°C
    E 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    1°C | -13°C
    SE 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain