Best Time to Visit Samarkand, Samarqand, Uzbekistan
Samarkand is at its sunniest and driest in May–September.
The best time to visit Samarkand for sunny, dry weather is May–September — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 1.5°C / 34.7°F in January to 26.9°C / 80.4°F in July, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in (August) to 74 mm / 2.9 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Samarkand, Samarqand, Uzbekistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Samarkand's climate is broadly seasonal. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 19.7°C67.5°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.9°C76.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.9°C80.4°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 25°C77°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 20°C68°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Samarkand?
The best time to visit Samarkand for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.9°C / 80.4°F, and the driest is August with about 1 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Samarkand's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Samarkand?
The rainy season at Samarkand, Samarqand runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 39 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is March (74 mm / 2.9 in).
What is the driest month in Samarkand?
The driest month in Samarkand is August, averaging about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25°C / 77°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Samarkand?
The least comfortable months for travel to Samarkand — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 74 mm / 2.9 in in March, and the coldest month averages 1.5°C / 34.7°F.
Is Samarkand climate different from Uzbekistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Samarkand figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Uzbekistan 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 Samarkand specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.