Climate Insights for Karatau

, Zhambyl Oblysy, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
33°C peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low
Wettest
April
92mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Karatau is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 483mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 92mm of rainfall. Karatau 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 120cm 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: 5° Average: 0° Min: -5° Mar Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 2° Apr Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 7° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 16° Jul Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 19° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Sep Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 10° Oct Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 4° Nov Max: 6° Average: 1° Min: -4° Dec Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -5°
Max
Average
Min

Karatau has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°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 9°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: 46mm Snow: 29mm Feb Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 30mm Mar Precipitation: 64mm Snow: 10mm Apr Precipitation: 92mm Snow: 5mm May Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Snow: 23mm Dec Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 20mm
Precipitation
Snow

Karatau is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 483mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 92mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 6mm. That's 86mm less than April, 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 120cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 30cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Karatau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Karatau, which began on June 21, 2026. Karatau 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 33°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 2 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 206mm for the season, averaging 69mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 81mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Expect around 27cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -6 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 142mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 79cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 13°
May 19°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 24°
Sep 18°
Oct 10°
Nov
Dec -1°

The best time to visit Karatau is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 25mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°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 Karatau 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
2 km/h
46 mm
29 cm
Feb
-5 °C
5 °C
2 km/h
52 mm
30 cm
Mar
2 °C
13 °C
2 km/h
64 mm
10 cm
Apr
7 °C
18 °C
3 km/h
92 mm
5 cm
May
12 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
16 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
33 °C
3 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
25 °C
3 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
4 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
29 mm
4 cm
Nov
-4 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
45 mm
23 cm
Dec
-5 °C
3 °C
2 km/h
44 mm
20 cm
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