The best time to visit Kazakhstan
The best time to visit Kazakhstan for warm, sunny weather is June to September, when its destinations average a Sunshine Score of 83/100 with daytime highs around 29°C / 84°F. May is a quieter shoulder-season alternative with still-reliable sun.
Kazakhstan by month, averaged across 7 destinations from long-term climate normals — the best stretch is highlighted.
| Month | Sunshine Score | Avg day high | Rain | For a trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | -4° / 25°F | 26 mm | Poor |
| February | 0 | -2° / 28°F | 27 mm | Poor |
| March | 15 | 7° / 45°F | 36 mm | Poor |
| April | 59 | 16° / 61°F | 39 mm | Very good |
| May | 88 | 24° / 75°F | 36 mm | Excellent |
| June | 85 | 30° / 86°F | 28 mm | Excellent |
| July | 73 | 32° / 90°F | 27 mm | Excellent |
| August | 82 | 31° / 88°F | 17 mm | Excellent |
| September | 90 | 24° / 75°F | 17 mm | Excellent |
| October | 49 | 15° / 59°F | 31 mm | Good |
| November | 6 | 5° / 41°F | 36 mm | Poor |
| December | 0 | -2° / 28°F | 31 mm | Poor |
When to go — and when to think twice
Best overall: June to September — Kazakhstan's warmest, most reliable stretch (Sunshine Score 83/100, ~29°C / 84°F days). Shoulder season: May — quieter, still sunny. Hottest: July, ~32°C / 90°F. Rain stays light most of the year (~351 mm total).
Where to base yourself for sunshine: Shymkent (2,974 h/yr), Almaty (2,693 h/yr), Astana (2,632 h/yr). See every Kazakhstan destination with a full climate card, or where it's sunny worldwide, month by month.