Climate of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Area-weighted average across Bishkek. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Bishkek, a subdivision of Kyrgyzstan, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -3.3°C / 26.1°F in January to 24.6°C / 76.3°F in July, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in to 71 mm / 2.8 in depending on the season (432 mm / 17 in total across the year). See the city 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 | -3.3°C26.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.8°C28.8°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.2°C39.6°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| April | 12.2°C54°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| May | 16.9°C62.4°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 21.9°C71.4°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 24.6°C76.3°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23°C73.4°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 17.8°C64°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 10.8°C51.4°F | 37 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 4.3°C39.7°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
| December | -0.5°C31.1°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bishkek?
The best months to visit Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 24.6°C / 76.3°F, and the driest is August with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Bishkek?
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -3.3°C / 26.1°F in January to 24.6°C / 76.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 432 mm / 17 in, with the wettest month being April (71 mm / 2.8 in) and the driest August (12 mm / 0.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Bishkek?
The hottest month in Bishkek is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.6°C / 76.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Bishkek?
The coldest month in Bishkek is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -3.3°C / 26.1°F.
When does it rain most in Bishkek?
The wettest month in Bishkek is April, averaging about 71 mm / 2.8 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 12 mm / 0.5 in.