Climate guide for Almaty, Kazakhstan

Almaty in February

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

How to read the score (0–10)
05810
UnfavorableGoodOptimal

February · Kazakhstan

Best time to visit Almaty in February Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Almaty in February

Average temperature -11°C, 23 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

February score

4.4/10

Ranked #9 of 12 months

Full year for Almaty
Avg temp
-11°C
Rainfall
23 mm
Humidity
82%
Days with 6h+ sun
5
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

February in Almaty scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around -11°C, 23 mm of rain, and roughly 5 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.

February in Almaty — off-season conditions

February sits at -11°C (12°F), firmly in deep-winter territory. Plan compact outdoor blocks with warm reset points between them rather than full days outside.

Only 23 mm of water-equivalent precipitation is expected (snow at altitude), leaving about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight.

That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.

Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Almaty — 5.4 points higher on the same scale.

View all 12 months

Ranked by pure climate comfort

Score scale: 0.0 → 10.0Quiet / UncrowdedModerate CrowdsPeak Tourist Rush

Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Almaty in February?
In February, Almaty averages -11°C, 23 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
Is February a good time to visit Almaty?
February earns a 4.4/10 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 February?
Expect about 23 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Curated in Almaty

Tickets & experiences

Things to do in Almaty

Almaty, Kazakhstan. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.