August · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Almaty in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Almaty in August
Average temperature 13°C, 34 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 34 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Almaty scores 9.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 13°C, 34 mm of rain, and roughly 28 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.
August in Almaty — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
August averages 13°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 34 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.8 daylight hours.
A 9.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Almaty (2nd of 12); only July scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Almaty in August?
- In August, Almaty averages 13°C, 34 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Almaty?
- August earns a 9.6/10 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 August?
- Expect about 34 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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