Climate Insights for Karaganda

Qarağandı ​​city administration, Karaganda Region, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
January
-17°C low1°F low
Wettest
July
45 mm rain1.8 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Karaganda is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 389 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 45 mm of rainfall. Karaganda 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 -17°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 125cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Karaganda is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 15.3 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 1.8 in of rainfall. Karaganda 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: -10°Average: -13°Min: -17°FebMax: -8°Average: -12°Min: -16°MarMax: -1°Average: -5°Min: -10°AprMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 1°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: 5°OctMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: -1°NovMax: -2°Average: -5°Min: -9°DecMax: -8°Average: -11°Min: -15°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 15°FAverage: 8°FMin: 1°FFebMax: 18°FAverage: 11°FMin: 3°FMarMax: 30°FAverage: 23°FMin: 15°FAprMax: 57°FAverage: 46°FMin: 33°FMayMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 57°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 64°FAverage: 54°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 49°FAverage: 39°FMin: 29°FNovMax: 29°FAverage: 22°FMin: 15°FDecMax: 18°FAverage: 12°FMin: 5°F
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Karaganda has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°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 -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.Karaganda has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 80°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°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 8°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°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

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 22mmFebPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 21mmMarPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 18mmAprPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 26mmDecPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 24mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 9inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 8inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 7inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 10inDecPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 10in
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Snow (in)

Karaganda is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 389 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 32 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 45 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 23 mm. That's 22 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 125cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Karaganda is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 15.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1.8 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.9 in. That's 0.9 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 49in accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 19km/hMarWind Speed: 19km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 14km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Karaganda is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap 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 18km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Karaganda is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap 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 11mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-13°8°F
Feb-12°11°F
Mar-5°23°F
Apr8°46°F
May15°58°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct4°39°F
Nov-5°22°F
Dec-11°12°F

The best time to visit Karaganda 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 41 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -17°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Karaganda is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.6 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 Karaganda 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 Karaganda 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
-17 °C1 °F
-10 °C15 °F
19 km/h12 mph
23 mm0.9 in
22 cm9 in
Feb
-16 °C3 °F
-8 °C18 °F
19 km/h12 mph
23 mm0.9 in
21 cm8 in
Mar
-10 °C15 °F
-1 °C30 °F
19 km/h12 mph
30 mm1.2 in
18 cm7 in
Apr
1 °C33 °F
14 °C57 °F
15 km/h9 mph
28 mm1.1 in
4 cm1 in
May
6 °C43 °F
21 °C69 °F
15 km/h9 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
14 km/h9 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C57 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
25 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
18 °C64 °F
14 km/h9 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
-1 °C29 °F
9 °C49 °F
15 km/h9 mph
36 mm1.4 in
9 cm4 in
Nov
-9 °C15 °F
-2 °C29 °F
16 km/h10 mph
36 mm1.4 in
26 cm10 in
Dec
-15 °C5 °F
-8 °C18 °F
17 km/h10 mph
28 mm1.1 in
24 cm10 in