Best Time to Visit Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Uzbekistan for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year match our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The drier half of the year covers February and May–November, while the wetter half runs through March–April and December–January. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 2°C / 35.6°F in January to 28.5°C / 83.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (August) to 50 mm / 2 in (March). Uzbekistan's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Uzbekistan can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 16°C60.8°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 22°C71.6°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 27°C80.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 28.5°C83.3°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27°C80.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 14.5°C58.1°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Uzbekistan?
The best time to visit Uzbekistan for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is July (28.5°C / 83.3°F country-wide average) and the driest is August (about 2 mm / 0.1 in). These months combine warmth with low rainfall based on long-term climate normals.
When is the rainy season in Uzbekistan?
The rainy season in Uzbekistan runs through March–April and December–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 30 mm / 1.2 in. The wettest single month is March, averaging 50 mm / 2 in.
What is the dry season in Uzbekistan?
The drier half of the year in Uzbekistan covers February and May–November, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 30 mm / 1.2 in. The driest single month is August with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Uzbekistan?
The least comfortable months for travel in Uzbekistan — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, April, November, December. These are Uzbekistan's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 50 mm / 2 in in March, and temperatures bottom out at 2°C / 35.6°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan doesn't have a distinct shoulder season by our heuristics — its climate is either sunny-and-dry or clearly outside those bounds most of the year. Consider the August window (driest) or July window (warmest) as alternatives to peak season.