Almaty · AutumnMonth summary
Almaty weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
12°C – 23°C
🌧 Rainy days
17% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.3/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (9.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Almaty in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want good weather with lower prices than peak season.
❌ No if: you need guaranteed perfect weather — some mixed days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in September (8.3/10). August scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Almaty in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in September
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn in Almaty is often underrated: 23°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (17% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. 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 September, Almaty averages 23°C, 17% rainy days and 11.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.3/10.
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Comparison
September vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 9.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +5°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Almaty in September
Is September a good time to visit Almaty?
Yes, September is a good time (8.3/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Almaty in September?
With 23°C and 11.2h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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