Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kyrgyzstan in February.

Are you planning a trip a to Kyrgyzstan in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kyrgyzstan in February

Kyrgyzstan has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Alamedin at -4°C (25°F) and cold in Osh at 6°C (43°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -4°C (25°F) in Osh and -12°C (10°F) in Alamedin. In numerous regions in Kyrgyzstan, February is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kochkorka with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate snowfall in Tosor with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Bishkek gets approximately 129 hours of sunlight in February, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Kyrgyzstan by month

Best Places to Visit in Kyrgyzstan in February

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

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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 Kyrgyzstan

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Kyrgyzstan?

Temperature range in Kyrgyzstan (February)

Precipitation variation in Kyrgyzstan (February)

Bishkek

In February Bishkek generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
129 hours
155 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Karakol

In February Karakol generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -3°C (27°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Osh

In February Osh 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 poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Cholpon-Ata

In February Cholpon-Ata generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
121 hours
149 hours
Monthly snowfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bosteri

In February Bosteri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
121 hours
149 hours
Monthly snowfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Kyrgyzstan February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Kyrgyzstan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Kyrgyzstan was -25°C (-13°F) in Karakol on February 21, 2000.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kyrgyzstan in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bishkek 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Karakol -3°C (27°F) -14°C (7°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Osh 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Cholpon-Ata -2°C (28°F) -6°C (21°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Kaji-Say -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Naryn -4°C (25°F) -18°C (0°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Kyrgyzstan weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kyrgyzstan in February?

Kyrgyzstan typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Bishkek average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kyrgyzstan in February?

Daytime temperatures in Bishkek peak at roughly 3°C (37°F) in February, dropping to about -7°C (19°F) overnight.

Does Kyrgyzstan get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Bishkek averages just 37 mm (1.5 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Kyrgyzstan.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Kyrgyzstan?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Kyrgyzstan with often poor weather in Bishkek.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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