Climate Insights for Shalkar

, Atyrau Region, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
33°C peak
Coldest
January
-9°C low
Wettest
May
31mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shalkar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 239mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 31mm of rainfall. Shalkar 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 -9°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 72cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -3° Average: -6° Min: -9° Feb Max: 0° Average: -4° Min: -8° Mar Max: 8° Average: 3° Min: -2° Apr Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 4° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jul Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 20° Aug Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 17° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Oct Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 4° Nov Max: 4° Average: 0° Min: -4° Dec Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min

Shalkar has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°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 -9°C and the daily average is -6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 16mm Feb Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 18mm Mar Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 8mm Apr Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 15mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 23mm
Precipitation
Snow

Shalkar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 239mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 31mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7mm. That's 24mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 72cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Shalkar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/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

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Shalkar, which began on June 21, 2026. Shalkar 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 -9°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 82mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 24°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 44mm for the entire season. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -9 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 76mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Expect around 57cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr 11°
May 19°
Jun 24°
Jul 27°
Aug 25°
Sep 17°
Oct 10°
Nov
Dec -5°

The best time to visit Shalkar 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 16mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -9°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 Shalkar 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
-9 °C
-3 °C
4 km/h
19 mm
16 cm
Feb
-8 °C
0 °C
4 km/h
27 mm
18 cm
Mar
-2 °C
8 °C
5 km/h
29 mm
8 cm
Apr
4 °C
17 °C
5 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
33 °C
4 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Oct
4 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
18 mm
1 cm
Nov
-4 °C
4 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
5 cm
Dec
-8 °C
-2 °C
4 km/h
29 mm
23 cm
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