Climate of Almaty, Kazakhstan
Area-weighted average across Almaty. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Almaty, a subdivision of Kazakhstan, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -10.8°C / 12.6°F in January to 22.5°C / 72.5°F in July, with rainfall from 17 mm / 0.7 in to 41 mm / 1.6 in depending on the season (326 mm / 12.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10.8°C12.6°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | -9.8°C14.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| March | -2.4°C27.7°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| April | 7.9°C46.2°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| May | 14.3°C57.7°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 19.5°C67.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 22.5°C72.5°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 20.7°C69.3°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 15.3°C59.5°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 7°C44.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | — |
| November | -0.9°C30.4°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -7.2°C19°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Almaty?
The best months to visit Almaty, Kazakhstan for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 22.5°C / 72.5°F, and the driest is February with about 17 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Almaty?
Almaty, Kazakhstan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -10.8°C / 12.6°F in January to 22.5°C / 72.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 326 mm / 12.8 in, with the wettest month being May (41 mm / 1.6 in) and the driest February (17 mm / 0.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Almaty?
The hottest month in Almaty is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.5°C / 72.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Almaty?
The coldest month in Almaty is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -10.8°C / 12.6°F.
When does it rain most in Almaty?
The wettest month in Almaty is May, averaging about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 17 mm / 0.7 in.