Tashkent Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The two-million-strong city of Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan. It is located in northeastern Uzbekistan, just a stone’s throw from the Kazakhstan border.
Tashkent has a warm Mediterranean climate, which is unusual given its distance from the nearest sea (the Caspian Sea). This climate is due to mild winters and hot summers, where the sun shines abundantly, and rain is rare. Statistically, July, August, and September are dry months. However, in recent years, climate change has occasionally led to significantly higher-than-normal rainfall during these months.
Monthly Temperature in Tashkent
Visitors to Tashkent can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) in July to around -4°C (25°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tashkent
Generally, Tashkent experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 628 mm (25 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives high rainfall, averaging 102 mm (4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 6.2 mm (0.2 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Tashkent 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 Tashkent
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tashkent. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Tashkent by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Tashkent.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 38%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Tashkent 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Tashkent
During April, May, September and October, Tashkent experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 22°C (71°F) and 30°C (85°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 11 mm (0.4 in) and 102 mm (4 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
