Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Kazakhstan this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Kazakhstan in March

Kazakhstan has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Shchūchīnsk at -2°C (28°F) to mild in Shymkent at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Shymkent and -11°C (12°F) in Shchūchīnsk.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Balqash with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Shymkent with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Almaty gets around 149 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Kazakhstan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kazakhstan - and find the best time to visit. (based on Almaty)

Best Places to Visit in Kazakhstan in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kazakhstan.

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Kazakhstan?

Temperature range in Kazakhstan (March)

Precipitation variation in Kazakhstan (March)

Almaty

In March Almaty generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
149 hours
194 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Nur-Sultan

In March Nur-Sultan generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-1°C (30°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-18°C (0°F)
-10°C (14°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
192 hours
240 hours
Monthly snowfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
26 mm (1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Karaganda

In March Karaganda generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-8°C (18°F)
0°C (32°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-17°C (1°F)
-10°C (14°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
190 hours
232 hours
Monthly snowfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Atyraū

In March Atyraū generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
7°C (45°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-2°C (28°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
170 hours
245 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Aktobe

In March Aktobe generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
0°C (32°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-9°C (16°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
175 hours
236 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Almaty 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Nur-Sultan -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Petropavlovsk -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Atyraū 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Shymkent 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Aktau 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Kazakhstan weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kazakhstan in March?

In March, Kazakhstan generally has less favorable weather conditions. Almaty sees daytime temperatures near 6°C (43°F), with nights cooling to roughly -4°C (25°F).

What is the average temperature in Kazakhstan in March?

Daytime temperatures in Almaty peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in March, dropping to about -4°C (25°F) overnight.

Does Kazakhstan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Kazakhstan during March, with Almaty averaging close to 81 mm (3.2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kazakhstan?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Almaty, March may not be the ideal time to visit Kazakhstan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly excellent weather in Almaty. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be less favorable.

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