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Bukhara, Uzbekistan · Temperate

Bukhara in July: go or not?

Tough period. Bukhara in July only reaches 2.8/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 39.77°N · 64.42°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Bukhara · July
2.8
26–40°
Temperature
0%
Rain
10h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Sultonbek Ikromov via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in July

In the height of summer, Bukhara sees high temperatures (40.0°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (0.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.

July ranks 12 out of 12 months in Bukhara. Compared to June: +5°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
Daylight
14.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 47
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Bukhara is September (9.0/10), 6.2 pts higher than July.

See September →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Bukhara, 2nd museum-city of Uzbekistan on the Silk Road : 280,000 inhabitants. UNESCO 1993 for its historic center ("Bukhara - Sacred Citadel"), reputed as the most traditional city in Central Asia (140 listed monuments).

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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 · Uzbekistan

🗣️LanguageOuzbek
💶CurrencySum ouzbek (so'm)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Very cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 104°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month February · 20%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
Indoor sights Year-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Bukhara ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Uzbekistan
Temperate climate with a 9.0 → 2.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.77°N · 64.42°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Bukhara?
September is the best month with 88°F highs, 61°F lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of September & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bukhara get in September?
Bukhara averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bukhara?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bukhara in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 88°F.
Is Bukhara good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bukhara scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Bukhara?
July is the most difficult month to visit Bukhara, with July 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 Bukhara in July?
The average UV index reaches 8 in July in Bukhara (high), with about 14.6h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.