Climate Overview
The climate in Aral is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 142mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 21mm of rainfall. Aral is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -12°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Aral has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 46°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -12°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Aral is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 142mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 21mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 5mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 27cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 7cm.
Wind
Aral is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Aral, which began on March 20, 2026. Aral 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 17 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -5 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 33mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -12 to -3°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Aral is during May and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -12°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aral 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.