Climate Insights for Semey

Abay Region, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
January
-19°C low-2°F low
Wettest
July
37 mm rain1.5 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Semey is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 339 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 37 mm of rainfall. Semey 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. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 96cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Semey is cool. The average annual temperature is 41°F and approximately 13.3 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 1.5 in of rainfall. Semey 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. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 38in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20°-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: -10°Average: -14°Min: -19°FebMax: -7°Average: -12°Min: -17°MarMax: 2°Average: -3°Min: -9°AprMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 1°MayMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 7°JunMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 14°JulMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°AugMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 13°SepMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 6°OctMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: 0°NovMax: -1°Average: -4°Min: -9°DecMax: -7°Average: -11°Min: -15°
Max
Average
Min
-10°F0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 15°FAverage: 7°FMin: -2°FFebMax: 20°FAverage: 11°FMin: 1°FMarMax: 35°FAverage: 26°FMin: 16°FAprMax: 59°FAverage: 47°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 60°FMin: 45°FJunMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FAugMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 67°FAverage: 56°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 51°FAverage: 41°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 31°FAverage: 24°FMin: 16°FDecMax: 19°FAverage: 12°FMin: 4°F
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Semey has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 48°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -19°C and an average temperature of -14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.Semey has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 85°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -2°F and an average temperature of 7°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 21°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 19mmMarPrecipitation: 25mmSnow: 10mmAprPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 24mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 5mmNovPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 19mmDecPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 22mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 7inFebPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 4inAprPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 2inNovPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 8inDecPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 9in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Semey is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 339 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 37 mm of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 22 mm. 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 96cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 22cm.Semey is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 13.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1.5 in of rainfall. November and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.9 in. 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 38in accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 9in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 13km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Semey is relatively calm, 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 November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Semey is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 8mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-14°7°F
Feb-12°11°F
Mar-3°26°F
Apr9°47°F
May16°60°F
Jun21°70°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep13°56°F
Oct5°41°F
Nov-4°24°F
Dec-11°12°F

The best time to visit Semey is during May, 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 31 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 Semey is during May, 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 1.2 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 Semey 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 Semey 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
-19 °C-2 °F
-10 °C15 °F
12 km/h7 mph
22 mm0.8 in
19 cm7 in
Feb
-17 °C1 °F
-7 °C20 °F
12 km/h8 mph
22 mm0.9 in
19 cm7 in
Mar
-9 °C16 °F
2 °C35 °F
12 km/h7 mph
25 mm1 in
10 cm4 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
15 °C59 °F
12 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
2 cm1 in
May
7 °C45 °F
22 °C71 °F
13 km/h8 mph
24 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
14 °C58 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C60 °F
29 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
26 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
19 °C67 °F
11 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
0 °C31 °F
10 °C51 °F
12 km/h7 mph
32 mm1.2 in
5 cm2 in
Nov
-9 °C16 °F
-1 °C31 °F
13 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
19 cm8 in
Dec
-15 °C4 °F
-7 °C19 °F
12 km/h8 mph
27 mm1.1 in
22 cm9 in