Climate Insights for Maqat

, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
35°C peak
Coldest
January
-10°C low
Wettest
May
30mm rain
Best to Visit
May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maqat is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 212mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 30mm of rainfall. Maqat 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -3° Average: -7° Min: -10° Feb Max: 0° Average: -4° Min: -8° Mar Max: 7° Average: 3° Min: -2° Apr Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 7° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 18° Jul Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Aug Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 19° Sep Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Oct Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 3° Nov Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -3° Dec Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min

Maqat has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°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 March and April, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 9mm Feb Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 12mm Mar Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 5mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 11mm
Precipitation
Snow

Maqat is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 212mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 30mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4mm. That's 27mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 41cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 12cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 25km/h Apr Wind Speed: 26km/h May Wind Speed: 24km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 23km/h Aug Wind Speed: 22km/h Sep Wind Speed: 22km/h Oct Wind Speed: 23km/h Nov Wind Speed: 23km/h Dec Wind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed

Maqat is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 22km/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

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Maqat, which began on March 20, 2026. Maqat 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 74mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are moderate at around 25km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 26mm 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 -3 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -10 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 60mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -7°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr 13°
May 20°
Jun 26°
Jul 28°
Aug 27°
Sep 18°
Oct
Nov
Dec -5°

The best time to visit Maqat 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 21mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -10°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 Maqat 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-10 °C
-3 °C
23 km/h
16 mm
9 cm
Feb
-8 °C
0 °C
23 km/h
22 mm
12 cm
Mar Current
-2 °C
7 °C
25 km/h
24 mm
5 cm
Apr
7 °C
19 °C
26 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
May
13 °C
26 °C
24 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Jun
18 °C
33 °C
23 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
35 °C
23 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
33 °C
22 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
25 °C
22 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
15 °C
23 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Nov
-3 °C
5 °C
23 km/h
21 mm
4 cm
Dec
-8 °C
-2 °C
23 km/h
22 mm
11 cm
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