April · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Almaty in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Almaty in April
Average temperature 3°C, 97 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 70% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 97 mm
- Humidity
- 70%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Almaty scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 3°C, 97 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Almaty sits below the Tian Shan, with Soviet-era parks, a green bazaar, and mountain access from the city edge.
April in Almaty — middling scores, decent value
At 3°C (38°F) this is proper winter weather in April: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Budget for roughly 97 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Almaty — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Almaty in April?
- In April, Almaty averages 3°C, 97 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Almaty?
- April earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Almaty in April?
- Expect about 97 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 70% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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