Climate Overview
The climate in Kara-Balta is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 1321mm of precipitation falls per year. Kara-Balta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kara-Balta 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Kara-Balta experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Kara-Balta has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°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 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kara-Balta is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1321mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 110mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 159mm of rainfall. April and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 43mm. That's 116mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Kara-Balta receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 277cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 46cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Kara-Balta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Kara-Balta, which began on September 23, 2026. Kara-Balta is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 438mm across the season with a monthly average of 146mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 450mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -7 to 18°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 279mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Expect around 75cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -11 to 1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 154mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Expect around 114cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kara-Balta 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.
