Climate Insights for Öskemen
Oskemen, East Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan
Climate Overview
The climate in Öskemen is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 688 mm of precipitation falls per year. Öskemen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Öskemen 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 -19°C. Öskemen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Öskemen is cool. The average annual temperature is 40°F and approximately 27.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Öskemen receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Öskemen 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 -2°F. Öskemen experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Öskemen has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 46°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 -19°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.Öskemen has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 83°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -2°F and an average temperature of 8°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 20°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Öskemen is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 688 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 85 mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 40 mm. That's 45 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Öskemen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 237cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 57cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Öskemen is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 3.3 in of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1.6 in. That's 1.8 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Öskemen receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 93in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is November, with approximately 23in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Öskemen is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Öskemen is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Öskemen 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 59 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -19°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Öskemen 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 2.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°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 Öskemen 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 Öskemen 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.