Almaty · SpringMonth summary
Almaty weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
11°C – 21°C
🌧 Rainy days
36% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (9.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Almaty in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Almaty in May: 21°C and 12.3h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Almaty in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining Spring marks the start of the good season in Almaty. Temperatures rise (21°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
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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 May, Almaty averages 21°C, 36% rainy days and 12.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 9.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +7°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -22%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Almaty in May
Is May a good time to visit Almaty?
Yes, May is a good time (7.6/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Almaty in May?
With 21°C max and 12.3h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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