Best Time to Visit Astana
Kazakhstan · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
Weather-wise, May to September is the best time to visit Astana. July is the hottest month, with average highs of 27°C (80°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around -21°C (-7°F). Rain is heaviest in July, at about 53 mm (2.1 in), and lightest in February, at 20 mm (0.8 in). January is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
Astana weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13°C 8°F | -21°C -7°F | 21 mm | 6 | 97% | 2.9 | Poor 0 |
| February | -10°C 14°F | -19°C -2°F | 20 mm | 6 | 97% | 3.5 | Poor 0 |
| March | -1°C 29°F | -11°C 13°F | 29 mm | 8 | 92% | 3.7 | Poor 2.2 |
| April | 13°C 55°F | 0°C 31°F | 29 mm | 7 | 66% | 5.2 | Good 7.4 |
| May | 20°C 68°F | 6°C 44°F | 37 mm | 8 | 57% | 7.4 | Excellent 10 |
| June | 26°C 78°F | 13°C 55°F | 38 mm | 9 | 54% | 7.9 | Excellent 9.8 |
| July | 27°C 80°F | 15°C 58°F | 53 mm | 11 | 55% | 7.5 | Excellent 9.4 |
| August | 25°C 78°F | 13°C 55°F | 30 mm | 7 | 54% | 7.4 | Excellent 10 |
| September | 18°C 65°F | 6°C 43°F | 25 mm | 6 | 58% | 5.9 | Excellent 9.4 |
| October | 9°C 48°F | -1°C 31°F | 31 mm | 8 | 69% | 4.1 | Fair 6.1 |
| November | -2°C 28°F | -9°C 15°F | 36 mm | 9 | 86% | 2.5 | Poor 1.5 |
| December | -10°C 13°F | -17°C 1°F | 28 mm | 9 | 95% | 2.3 | Poor 0 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Astana?
The best time to visit Astana is May to September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Astana?
July is the hottest month in Astana, with an average high of 27°C (80°F).
What is the coldest month in Astana?
January is the coldest month in Astana, with an average low of -21°C (-7°F).
What is the rainiest month in Astana?
July is the wettest month, with about 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain. February is the driest, with 20 mm (0.8 in).
Does it snow in Astana?
Snow is possible in March and November to January, when daytime highs stay close to or below freezing.
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