Climate Overview
The climate in Cholpon-Ata Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 1206mm of precipitation falls per year. Cholpon-Ata Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cholpon-Ata Airport 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 -6°C. Cholpon-Ata Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Cholpon-Ata Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Cholpon-Ata Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1206mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 177mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 49mm. That's 129mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Cholpon-Ata Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 414cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is October, with approximately 50cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Cholpon-Ata Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Cholpon-Ata Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Cholpon-Ata Airport 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 255mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 471mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 320mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Expect around 133cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to -1°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 161mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Expect around 136cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cholpon-Ata Airport 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.
