Bishkek · SummerMonth summary
Bishkek weather in August
✅ Excellent
🌡️ Temperature min / max
18°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
15% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
9.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bishkek in August?
✅ Excellent
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (29°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: August is an excellent time to visit Bishkek. 29°C, 12.5h of sunshine — optimal conditions.
By trip type
Bishkek 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
🎯 Peak season — book ahead for best rates. Accommodation prices at their highest Summer in Bishkek brings pleasant temperatures (29°C) and long sunny days (12.5h of sunshine). Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. This is one of the best times of year to visit Bishkek.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | -5°C | 2°C | 23% | 1.0 | 8.2h | 4.4/10 | 8.3/10 |
| 🌫️ February | -4°C | 5°C | 28% | 1.5 | 9.0h | 4.4/10 | 8.2/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 2°C | 12°C | 40% | 2.9 | 9.9h | 5.3/10 | 5.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 8°C | 18°C | 41% | 3.6 | 11.0h | 7.1/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 12°C | 23°C | 35% | 2.9 | 12.6h | 7.9/10 | 4.3/10 |
| ☀️ June | 16°C | 28°C | 23% | 1.2 | 13.3h | 9.2/10 | 4.4/10 |
| ☀️ July | 20°C | 32°C | 15% | 0.6 | 13.8h | 8.4/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 18°C | 29°C | 15% | 0.8 | 12.5h | 9.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 13°C | 24°C | 15% | 1.1 | 11.7h | 8.5/10 | 4.7/10 |
| ⛅ October | 6°C | 16°C | 26% | 1.9 | 9.9h | 7.1/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌫️ November | 0°C | 9°C | 28% | 2.0 | 8.6h | 4.9/10 | 6.7/10 |
| 🌨️ December | -4°C | 3°C | 25% | 1.3 | 7.7h | 4.3/10 | 8.2/10 |
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, Bishkek averages 29°C, 15% rainy days and 12.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 9.0/10.
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Comparison
August vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +8%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bishkek in August
Is August a good time to visit Bishkek?
Yes, August is one of the best times to visit Bishkek (score 9.0/10). 29°C, 12.5h of sunshine — perfect for hiking.
What to do in Bishkek in August?
With 29°C and 12.5h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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