Climate Insights for Balykchy
Issyk-Kul Region, Kyrgyzstan
Climate Overview
The climate in Balykchy is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 545 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 82 mm of rainfall. Balykchy is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 77cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Balykchy is cool. The average annual temperature is 42°F and approximately 21.4 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.2 in of rainfall. Balykchy is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 13°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Balykchy vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Balykchy vary considerably across the year, with a 58°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 62°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 13°F and the daily average is 20°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Balykchy is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 545 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 82 mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6 mm. That's 76 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 77cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 18cm.Balykchy is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.2 in of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.2 in. That's 3 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 30in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 7in.
Wind
Balykchy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Balykchy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Balykchy is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 70 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Balykchy is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 13°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Balykchy based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Balykchy based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.