Temperature in Kazakhstan in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Kazakhstan this December.

Kazakhstan, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from -9°C (16°F) in Shchūchīnsk to 6°C (43°F) in Aktau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Aktau and -17°C (1°F) in Shchūchīnsk. December is part of the winter season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Kazakhstan in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Kazakhstan. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Kazakhstan in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Kazakhstan temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kazakhstan in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Almaty. That makes December a very low month for Kazakhstan.

How cold does it get at night in Kazakhstan in December?

After dark, Almaty cools to about -10°C (14°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in Kazakhstan?

Based on our systematic data collection, Aktau has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 6°C (43°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 0°C (32°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Kazakhstan?

When looking through our records, we find that Shchūchīnsk stands out as the coolest city in Kazakhstan for the month of December. Daytime highs average -9°C (16°F) and it cools down to about -17°C (1°F) at night.

How much sun does Kazakhstan get in December?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 102 hours of sunlight anticipated in Almaty. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

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