Climate of Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan
Area-weighted average across Issyk-Kul. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Issyk-Kul, a subdivision of Kyrgyzstan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -13.9°C / 7°F in January to 10.4°C / 50.7°F in July, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in to 59 mm / 2.3 in depending on the season (346 mm / 13.6 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 | -13.9°C7°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| February | -12.9°C8.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| March | -8.4°C16.9°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| April | -1°C30.2°F | 26 mm1″ | Snowy |
| May | 4°C39.2°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 7.3°C45.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 10.4°C50.7°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| August | 9.9°C49.8°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| September | 6.1°C43°F | 32 mm1.3″ | — |
| October | 0.2°C32.4°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
| November | -6.8°C19.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | — |
| December | -11.4°C11.5°F | 10 mm0.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Issyk-Kul?
Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 10.4°C / 50.7°F, and the driest is January at 7 mm / 0.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Issyk-Kul?
Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -13.9°C / 7°F in January to 10.4°C / 50.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 346 mm / 13.6 in, with the wettest month being July (59 mm / 2.3 in) and the driest January (7 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Issyk-Kul?
The hottest month in Issyk-Kul is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.4°C / 50.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Issyk-Kul?
The coldest month in Issyk-Kul is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -13.9°C / 7°F.
When does it rain most in Issyk-Kul?
The wettest month in Issyk-Kul is July, averaging about 59 mm / 2.3 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 7 mm / 0.3 in.