Climate Insights for Ust-Kamenogorsk

The climate in Ust-Kamenogorsk is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 571mm of precipitation falls per year. Ust-Kamenogorsk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ust-Kamenogorsk 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 -19°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 134cm accumulating over the season.

Ust-Kamenogorsk has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 47°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°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 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.

Ust-Kamenogorsk is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 571mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 48mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 69mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 34mm. That's 35mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 134cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.

Ust-Kamenogorsk is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 12km/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.

It is currently spring in Ust-Kamenogorsk, which began on March 20, 2026. Ust-Kamenogorsk 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Ust-Kamenogorsk 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 50mm 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 table below shows monthly climate averages for Ust-Kamenogorsk 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.