Climate Insights for Shar

, Abai Region, Kazakhstan

Hottest
July
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-18°C low
Wettest
July
53mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Shar is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 397mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 53mm of rainfall. Shar 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 -18°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 120cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -9° Average: -14° Min: -18° Feb Max: -5° Average: -10° Min: -15° Mar Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -9° Apr Max: 16° Average: 9° Min: 2° May Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 6° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jul Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Aug Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 12° Sep Max: 20° Average: 14° Min: 6° Oct Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: -1° Nov Max: -2° Average: -7° Min: -11° Dec Max: -7° Average: -11° Min: -15°
Max
Average
Min

Shar has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 46°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 -18°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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 22mm Feb Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 3mm May Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 30mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 25mm
Precipitation
Snow

Shar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 397mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 53mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 22mm. That's 31mm less than July, 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 120cm accumulating over the season. November 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: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Shar 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 December, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/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

89 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Shar, which began on June 21, 2026. Shar 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 -18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -9 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 115mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -11 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 113mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Expect around 36cm 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 -18 to -5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 74mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Expect around 68cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -14°
Feb -10°
Mar -3°
Apr
May 14°
Jun 21°
Jul 22°
Aug 20°
Sep 14°
Oct
Nov -7°
Dec -11°

The best time to visit Shar is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 38mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -18°C. 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 Shar 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
-18 °C
-9 °C
4 km/h
22 mm
22 cm
Feb
-15 °C
-5 °C
4 km/h
25 mm
21 cm
Mar
-9 °C
3 °C
3 km/h
28 mm
11 cm
Apr
2 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
3 cm
May
6 °C
21 °C
4 km/h
32 mm
1 cm
Jun Current
14 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Aug
12 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Sep
6 °C
20 °C
3 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
-1 °C
11 °C
4 km/h
41 mm
6 cm
Nov
-11 °C
-2 °C
4 km/h
47 mm
30 cm
Dec
-15 °C
-7 °C
4 km/h
28 mm
25 cm
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