Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kazakhstan in August.

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Considering a trip to Kazakhstan this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Kazakhstan in August

In August, Kazakhstan experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Besqaynar at 21°C (70°F) to very warm in Kyzylorda at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 19°C (66°F) in Kyzylorda and 10°C (50°F) in Besqaynar.

For specific regional insights in Kazakhstan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Kyzylorda with an average of 4.3 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Besqaynar with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Almaty typically receives 294 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Kazakhstan in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Kazakhstan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Kazakhstan?

Temperature range in Kazakhstan (August)

Precipitation variation in Kazakhstan (August)

Almaty

In August Almaty generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
308 hours
294 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Almaty →

Nur-Sultan

In August Nur-Sultan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
337 hours
295 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nur-Sultan →

Karaganda

In August Karaganda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
331 hours
304 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Karaganda →

Atyraū

In August Atyraū generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
343 hours
323 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Atyraū →

Aktobe

In August Aktobe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
335 hours
301 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
25 mm (1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Aktobe →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kazakhstan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Almaty 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Nur-Sultan 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Petropavlovsk 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Atyraū 32°C (90°F) 21°C (70°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Shymkent 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 9.3 mm (0.4 in)
Aktau 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)

Kazakhstan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kazakhstan in August?

August in Kazakhstan brings perfect weather. In Almaty, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Kazakhstan in August?

In Almaty, the average daytime high in August is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Kazakhstan get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Almaty averages just 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Kazakhstan.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Kazakhstan?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Kazakhstan. Typically, the climate in Almaty is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Kazakhstan is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Almaty. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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