Weather in Almaty
What's the weather like in Almaty?
Almaty has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in July, with overnight lows around -7°C (19°F) and 19°C (65°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Almaty are May through June, and August through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Almaty
- Coordinates
- 43.222, 76.851
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 34°F | -7°C / 19°F | 32 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 4°C / 38°F | -5°C / 23°F | 45 mm | 12 | — |
| March | 10°C / 49°F | 1°C / 34°F | 105 mm | 19 | — |
| April | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 44°F | 139 mm | 18 | — |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 108 mm | 18 | — |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 60°F | 61 mm | 15 | — |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 19°C / 65°F | 41 mm | 13 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 17°C / 62°F | 42 mm | 12 | — |
| September | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 54°F | 47 mm | 13 | — |
| October | 14°C / 58°F | 5°C / 41°F | 74 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 6°C / 43°F | -2°C / 28°F | 68 mm | 14 | — |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -6°C / 22°F | 35 mm | 11 | — |
Almaty by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Almaty?
The most comfortable months in Almaty are usually May, June, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Almaty?
July is typically the hottest month in Almaty, averaging a high of 29°C (84°F).
What is the coldest month in Almaty?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -7°C (19°F).
Does it snow in Almaty?
Snow is rare in Almaty; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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