Climate Insights for Sarykemer

, Zhambyl Oblysy, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
35°C peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low
Wettest
March
79mm rain
Best to Visit
May, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sarykemer is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 429mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 79mm of rainfall. Sarykemer 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 68cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 2° Average: -2° Min: -6° Feb Max: 6° Average: 1° Min: -4° Mar Max: 12° Average: 7° Min: 2° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 7° May Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 17° Jul Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 19° Aug Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 17° Sep Max: 26° Average: 19° Min: 11° Oct Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 4° Nov Max: 8° Average: 3° Min: -2° Dec Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -5°
Max
Average
Min

Sarykemer has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°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 -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 36mm Snow: 16mm Feb Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 16mm Mar Precipitation: 79mm Snow: 10mm Apr Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 9mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 13mm
Precipitation
Snow

Sarykemer is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 429mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 79mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 72mm less than March, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 68cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Sarykemer is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 9km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Sarykemer, which began on March 20, 2026. Sarykemer 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 -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 2 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 187mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 38mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -6 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 45cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -2°
Feb
Mar
Apr 14°
May 19°
Jun 25°
Jul 28°
Aug 25°
Sep 19°
Oct 11°
Nov
Dec -1°

The best time to visit Sarykemer is during May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°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 -6°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 Sarykemer 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
-6 °C
2 °C
9 km/h
36 mm
16 cm
Feb
-4 °C
6 °C
10 km/h
40 mm
16 cm
Mar Current
2 °C
12 °C
12 km/h
79 mm
10 cm
Apr
7 °C
19 °C
13 km/h
65 mm
2 cm
May
12 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
35 °C
14 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
32 °C
14 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Oct
4 °C
17 °C
12 km/h
43 mm
2 cm
Nov
-2 °C
8 °C
10 km/h
43 mm
9 cm
Dec
-5 °C
3 °C
10 km/h
33 mm
13 cm
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