Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Kazakhstan this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Kazakhstan in May

The weather in Kazakhstan in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Besqaynar at 15°C (59°F) to warm in Kyzylorda at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Kyzylorda and 5°C (41°F) in Besqaynar.

For a closer look at conditions across Kazakhstan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kyzylorda with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Besqaynar with 155 mm (6.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Almaty.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Almaty gets approximately 241 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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January-3°C (27°F) February-1°C (30°F) March6°C (43°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October13°C (55°F) November5°C (41°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kazakhstan in May

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

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in Kazakhstan?

Temperature range in Kazakhstan (May)

Precipitation variation in Kazakhstan (May)

Almaty

In May Almaty generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
241 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Almaty →

Nur-Sultan

In May Nur-Sultan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
301 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nur-Sultan →

Karaganda

In May Karaganda generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
300 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Karaganda →

Atyraū

In May Atyraū generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
25°C (77°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
312 hours
331 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
25 mm (1 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Atyraū →

Aktobe

In May Aktobe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
313 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Almaty 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Nur-Sultan 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Petropavlovsk 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Atyraū 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Shymkent 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Aktau 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Kazakhstan weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kazakhstan in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Kazakhstan in May. The popular destination of Almaty averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kazakhstan in May?

Almaty averages a daytime maximum of 18°C (64°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Kazakhstan get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Kazakhstan. Average rainfall in Almaty sits around 141 mm (5.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kazakhstan?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Kazakhstan with overall tolerable weather in Almaty. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Almaty. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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