Kazakhstan Almaty Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Almaty is high
August is high for Almaty.
August stays hot and dry, averaging 29°C/17°C (84°F/63°F), with settled mountain weather that makes it one of the most reliable hiking months. The pattern is the same as July: cool mountains, warm city.
The alpine lakes and Tian Shan trails remain at their best, and August often brings the most stable mountain conditions of the summer. Big Almaty Lake, the Kolsai/Kaindy lakes (overnight recommended), and the high routes above Shymbulak are all in prime shape. Almaty is historically an apple city — its name is tied to the word for apple — and the orchards around the foothills ripen now.
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Almaty August Weather Stats
Avg High
29°C
Avg Low
17°C
Rainy Days
7
30mm total
Sunshine
9.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
48%
dry
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 15
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
34 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
17°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 15 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Most settled mountain hiking weather
- All alpine lakes at their best
- Good air quality
- Local apple and produce season
Cons
- Still hot in the city basin
- Charyn Canyon hot and exposed midday
- Busy and higher-priced
- Strong altitude UV
August Events & Festivals
- Peak hiking and lake season continues
- Almaty's famous apple orchards (the city's name links to 'apple') in season
- Charyn Canyon still very hot at midday
- Warm, dry, settled mountain weather
Almaty in August — Full Picture
August stays hot and dry, averaging 29°C/17°C (84°F/63°F), with settled mountain weather that makes it one of the most reliable hiking months. The pattern is the same as July: cool mountains, warm city.
The alpine lakes and Tian Shan trails remain at their best, and August often brings the most stable mountain conditions of the summer. Big Almaty Lake, the Kolsai/Kaindy lakes (overnight recommended), and the high routes above Shymbulak are all in prime shape. Almaty is historically an apple city — its name is tied to the word for apple — and the orchards around the foothills ripen now.
Charyn Canyon remains very hot and exposed at midday, so an early start is still the rule.
Note: it's a busy, higher-priced summer month with strong altitude UV. City afternoons are hot, but air quality stays good thanks to summer winds. By late August the first hints of the autumn shoulder season appear, with cooler nights in the mountains.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot, dry late summer — around 29°C/17°C (84°F/63°F). Light summer clothing, sunglasses, hat, SPF 50+. Mountains still the cool escape; pack a light layer for lakeside evenings. Apples ripen in the orchards around the city this month.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
15.3°C
6°C
13.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current28.7°C
17°C
8.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
15°C
5°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
-2.3°C
-9.3°C
11.3/mo
Almaty Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4° | -11° | 11d·32mm | 3h | 76% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| -2° | -9° | 11d·35mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | -1° | 13d·55mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 7° | 14d·90mm | 6h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 14d·100mm | 7.5h | 62% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 27° | 16° | 11d·60mm | 9h | 55% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| 30° | 18° | 8d·35mm | 10h | 48% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| August (Best) | 29° | 17° | 7d·30mm | 9.5h | 48% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 24° | 12° | 8d·35mm | 8h | 55% | 6 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 15° | 5° | 10d·50mm | 6h | 62% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 6° | -2° | 11d·45mm | 3.5h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| -1° | -8° | 12d·38mm | 3h | 76% | 1 | Moderate | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Almaty?
Almaty in August is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Almaty in August?
Almaty August averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C.
Does it rain much in Almaty in August?
Almaty August averages 30mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Almaty in August?
Hot, dry late summer — around 29°C/17°C (84°F/63°F). Light summer clothing, sunglasses, hat, SPF 50+. Mountains still the cool escape; pack a light layer for lakeside evenings. Apples ripen in the orchards around the city this month.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Almaty in August?
Almaty August sunrise is 06:25 and sunset is 20:05, with 13h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Almaty in August?
Almaty August air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Almaty in August?
In August, Almaty is great for Mountain lakes (Big Almaty, Kolsai, Kaindy), Shymbulak trails + gondola, Charyn Canyon (early start).
Is August peak season in Almaty?
Almaty August crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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