Climate Overview
The climate in Almaty International Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1202mm of precipitation falls per year. Almaty International Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Almaty International Airport 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 -13°C. Almaty International Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Almaty International Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -10°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Almaty International Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1202mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 100mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 160mm of rainfall. August and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 32mm. That's 128mm 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. Almaty International Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 315cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is April, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Almaty International Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Almaty International Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Almaty International Airport 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 410mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 386mm across the season with a monthly average of 129mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 293mm for the season, averaging 98mm per month. Expect around 98cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -13 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 113mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Expect around 76cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 Almaty International Airport 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.
