What to expect in August
August is the best month of the year in Bishkek. Compared to July: −5°F daytime, −0.5h of sun per day.
What it's like in August
Is August the right month?
August is actually the best month of the year in Bishkek. Good timing.
Our verdict
Bishkek, capital of Kyrgyzstan : 1 million inhabitants at 2,600 ft altitude at the foot of the Tian Shan Mountains (16,400 ft visible from the city), former Soviet capital of the Kirghiz Republic (Frunze 1926-1991, return to the historic name Bishkek after the independence from the USSR).
Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
🎟️ Activities & tours · Bishkek
GetYourGuide selection · free cancellation
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 · Kyrgyzstan
🌡️ Climate
🏛️ City break
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Where is Bishkek ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
Kyrgyzstan