Almaty · SummerMonth summary
Almaty weather in August
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
17°C – 28°C
🌧 Rainy days
14% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (9.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Almaty in August?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (28°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: Almaty in August ticks all the boxes: warmth, sunshine, minimal rain.
By trip type
Almaty in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining Summer in Almaty brings pleasant temperatures (28°C) and long sunny days (12.3h of sunshine). Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. This is one of the best times of year to visit Almaty.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -8°C | -1°C | 18% | 0.8 | 8.0h | 4.6/10 | 8.3/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -6°C | 1°C | 23% | 1.3 | 9.4h | 4.7/10 | 8.6/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 0°C | 10°C | 40% | 2.6 | 10.0h | 4.9/10 | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 7°C | 17°C | 38% | 3.4 | 10.9h | 7.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 11°C | 21°C | 36% | 3.1 | 12.3h | 7.6/10 | 4.5/10 |
| ☀️ June | 16°C | 27°C | 24% | 1.3 | 13.1h | 8.9/10 | 4.4/10 |
| ☀️ July | 19°C | 30°C | 15% | 0.9 | 13.5h | 8.9/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 17°C | 28°C | 14% | 0.7 | 12.3h | 9.3/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 12°C | 23°C | 17% | 1.2 | 11.2h | 8.3/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ⛅ October | 5°C | 14°C | 23% | 1.7 | 9.8h | 7.0/10 | 5.3/10 |
| 🌫️ November | -2°C | 7°C | 25% | 1.8 | 8.5h | 4.7/10 | 7.4/10 |
| 🌨️ December | -6°C | 0°C | 24% | 1.1 | 7.6h | 4.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Almaty averages 28°C, 14% rainy days and 12.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.3/10.
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Comparison
August vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 9.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Almaty in August
Is August a good time to visit Almaty?
Yes, August is one of the best times to visit Almaty (score 9.3/10). 28°C, 12.3h of sunshine — perfect for hiking.
What to do in Almaty in August?
With 28°C and 12.3h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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