The month in detail
What to expect in January
Winter in Astana is cool (16°F during the day). Days are short (3.3h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Astana. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-16°
Daylight
8.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Astana is June (8.7/10), 4.7 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Kazakhstan
🗣️LanguageKazakh
💶CurrencyTenge kazakh (₸)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 79°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 27%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Astana ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
KazakhstanTemperate climate with a 8.7 → 1.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
51.18°N · 71.45°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Astana?
July is the best month with 79°F highs, 61°F lows, 10.8h of sunshine and 27.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Astana get in July?
Astana averages 10.8 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Astana?
November is the most unfavourable month with November has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Astana in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Astana good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Astana scores 3.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Astana?
November is the most difficult month to visit Astana, with November has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Astana in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Astana (low), with about 8.1h of daylight. No protection needed.