The month in detail
What to expect in February
In February, Samarkand sees 52°F during the day with 4.6h of sunshine per day. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
February ranks 10 out of 12 months in Samarkand. Compared to January: +5°F daytime, +0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-2°
Daylight
10.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 26
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Samarkand is September (9.3/10), 5.1 pts higher than February.
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Plan your trip
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 · 97°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 46°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 48%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in February
If February doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Samarkand ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
UzbekistanTemperate climate with a 9.3 → 1.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.65°N · 66.96°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Samarkand?
September is the best month with 86°F highs, 59°F lows, 10.2h of sunshine and 7.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Samarkand get in September?
Samarkand averages 10.2 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Samarkand?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Samarkand in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 86°F.
Is Samarkand good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Samarkand scores 3.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Samarkand?
January is the most difficult month to visit Samarkand, with January 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 Samarkand in February?
The average UV index reaches 3 in February in Samarkand (moderate), with about 10.5h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.