Climate of Kyrgyzstan — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Kyrgyzstan. Part of Central Asia, Asia.
Located in Central Asia, Asia, Kyrgyzstan has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -12°C / 10.4°F in January to 21°C / 69.8°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 490 mm / 19.3 in — driest in January (25 mm / 1 in), wettest in May (75 mm / 3 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 | -12°C10.4°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| February | -10°C14°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| March | -2°C28.4°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
| April | 8°C46.4°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 14°C57.2°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| June | 18°C64.4°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 21°C69.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 20°C68°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 14°C57.2°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 7°C44.6°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| November | -1°C30.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Snowy |
| December | -8°C17.6°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan?
The best months to visit Kyrgyzstan for sunny, dry weather are July, August, September. The warmest month is July (21°C / 69.8°F average), and the driest is January (~25 mm / 1 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -12°C / 10.4°F in January to 21°C / 69.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 490 mm / 19.3 in, with the wettest month being May (75 mm / 3 in) and the driest January (25 mm / 1 in). Regional variation within Kyrgyzstan can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Kyrgyzstan?
The hottest month in Kyrgyzstan is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 21°C / 69.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Kyrgyzstan?
The coldest month in Kyrgyzstan is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -12°C / 10.4°F.
When does it rain most in Kyrgyzstan?
The wettest month in Kyrgyzstan is May, averaging about 75 mm / 3 in of rain. The driest is January with about 25 mm / 1 in.