Climate Insights for Astana

Esil district, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
January
-18°C low-1°F low
Wettest
July
53 mm rain2.1 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Astana is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 400 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 53 mm of rainfall. Astana 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 -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Astana is cool. The average annual temperature is 39°F and approximately 15.8 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 2.1 in of rainfall. Astana 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 -1°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -11°Average: -14°Min: -18°FebMax: -8°Average: -12°Min: -17°MarMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -10°AprMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 0°MayMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 6°JunMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 12°JulMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 14°AugMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 11°SepMax: 18°Average: 12°Min: 6°OctMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: -1°NovMax: -3°Average: -6°Min: -9°DecMax: -9°Average: -12°Min: -16°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 13°FAverage: 6°FMin: -1°FFebMax: 17°FAverage: 10°FMin: 2°FMarMax: 29°FAverage: 22°FMin: 14°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 45°FMin: 33°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 53°FMin: 42°FOctMax: 48°FAverage: 39°FMin: 30°FNovMax: 27°FAverage: 21°FMin: 15°FDecMax: 16°FAverage: 10°FMin: 4°F
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Min

Astana has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.Astana has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 81°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -1°F and an average temperature of 6°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 23°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 17mmAprPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 7mmMayPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 53mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 28mmDecPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 26mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 3inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 11inDecPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 10in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Astana is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 400 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 53 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 20 mm. That's 33 mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 124cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.Astana is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 15.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.1 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.8 in. That's 1.3 in less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16km/hFebWind Speed: 15km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 14km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 15km/hDecWind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Astana is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Astana is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-14°6°F
Feb-12°10°F
Mar-5°22°F
Apr7°45°F
May15°58°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep12°53°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-6°21°F
Dec-12°10°F

The best time to visit Astana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Astana is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Astana 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 Astana 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-18 °C-1 °F
-11 °C13 °F
16 km/h10 mph
21 mm0.8 in
20 cm8 in
Feb
-17 °C2 °F
-8 °C17 °F
15 km/h9 mph
20 mm0.8 in
17 cm7 in
Mar
-10 °C14 °F
-2 °C29 °F
16 km/h10 mph
27 mm1.1 in
17 cm7 in
Apr
0 °C33 °F
13 °C55 °F
14 km/h9 mph
31 mm1.2 in
7 cm3 in
May
6 °C43 °F
21 °C69 °F
14 km/h9 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
13 km/h8 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
27 °C80 °F
12 km/h7 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C53 °F
25 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C42 °F
18 °C64 °F
13 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C30 °F
9 °C48 °F
14 km/h8 mph
30 mm1.2 in
9 cm3 in
Nov
-9 °C15 °F
-3 °C27 °F
15 km/h9 mph
39 mm1.5 in
28 cm11 in
Dec
-16 °C4 °F
-9 °C16 °F
15 km/h9 mph
29 mm1.2 in
26 cm10 in