Monthly climate guide
Almaty weather in August
Expect very hot weather in Almaty in August: afternoons reach about 33°C (91°F), while nights drop to around 19°C (65°F). Around 24 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than July and 6°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 6°C lower by September.
- August is Almaty's second warmest month.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 14°C, so pack a layer.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 46%.
Avg high
33°C
91°F
Avg low
19°C
65°F
Rainfall
24 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
33%
relative
Sky
46%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Almaty weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 40°F | -5°C / 23°F | 22 mm | 57% | 82% |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | -4°C / 25°F | 25 mm | 58% | 82% |
| March | 15°C / 59°F | 2°C / 35°F | 37 mm | 55% | 73% |
| April | 21°C / 69°F | 8°C / 46°F | 73 mm | 54% | 63% |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 12°C / 54°F | 66 mm | 48% | 59% |
| June | 31°C / 87°F | 17°C / 63°F | 48 mm | 43% | 59% |
| July | 34°C / 94°F | 20°C / 68°F | 25 mm | 34% | 50% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 19°C / 65°F | 24 mm | 33% | 46% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 13°C / 56°F | 22 mm | 35% | 48% |
| October | 19°C / 67°F | 7°C / 44°F | 33 mm | 47% | 60% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | -1°C / 31°F | 41 mm | 57% | 75% |
| December | 5°C / 41°F | -4°C / 25°F | 27 mm | 59% | 81% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is August a good time to visit Almaty?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Almaty →Other Kazakhstan cities in August
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Almaty in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Almaty?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Almaty are around 33°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Almaty in August?
Average highs are about 33°C (91°F) and average lows about 19°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Almaty in August?
Almaty typically gets around 24 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Almaty (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.