Best Time to Visit Kostanay, Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Kostanay is at its sunniest and driest in June–August.
The best time to visit Kostanay for sunny, dry weather is June and August — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -15.8°C / 3.6°F in January to 20.8°C / 69.4°F in July, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in (March) to 52 mm / 2 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kostanay, Kostanay, Kazakhstan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kostanay's climate is broadly strongly continental. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19.6°C67.3°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.1°C64.6°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kostanay?
The best time to visit Kostanay for sunny, dry weather is June, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 20.8°C / 69.4°F, and the driest is March with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kostanay's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kostanay?
The rainy season at Kostanay, Kostanay runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 26 mm / 1 in. The wettest single month is July (52 mm / 2 in).
What is the driest month in Kostanay?
The driest month in Kostanay is March, averaging about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -8.3°C / 17.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kostanay?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kostanay — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 52 mm / 2 in in July, and the coldest month averages -15.8°C / 3.6°F.
Is Kostanay climate different from Kazakhstan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kostanay figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Kazakhstan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Kostanay specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.