Climate of Kazakhstan — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Kazakhstan. Part of Central Asia, Asia.
Located in Central Asia, Asia, Kazakhstan has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -15°C / 5°F in January to 23.5°C / 74.3°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 365 mm / 14.4 in — driest in January (15 mm / 0.6 in), wettest in July (50 mm / 2 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -15°C5°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| February | -14°C6.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| March | -6°C21.2°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| April | 6°C42.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| May | 15°C59°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 21°C69.8°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 23.5°C74.3°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| August | 21.5°C70.7°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15°C59°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 6°C42.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | — |
| November | -4.5°C23.9°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| December | -11.5°C11.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kazakhstan?
The best months to visit Kazakhstan for sunny, dry weather are May, June, August, September. The warmest month is July (23.5°C / 74.3°F average), and the driest is January (~15 mm / 0.6 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Kazakhstan?
Kazakhstan has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -15°C / 5°F in January to 23.5°C / 74.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 365 mm / 14.4 in, with the wettest month being July (50 mm / 2 in) and the driest January (15 mm / 0.6 in). Regional variation within Kazakhstan can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Kazakhstan?
The hottest month in Kazakhstan is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 23.5°C / 74.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Kazakhstan?
The coldest month in Kazakhstan is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -15°C / 5°F.
When does it rain most in Kazakhstan?
The wettest month in Kazakhstan is July, averaging about 50 mm / 2 in of rain. The driest is January with about 15 mm / 0.6 in.