December · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Charyn Canyon in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Charyn Canyon in December
Average temperature -3°C, 22 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.1/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -3°C
- Rainfall
- 22 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Charyn Canyon scores 4.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around -3°C, 22 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Charyn Canyon cuts red rock walls through the Kazakh steppe, with the Valley of Castles as its best-known part.
December in Charyn Canyon — off-season conditions
December averages -3°C (27°F), cold enough that sightseeing works in bursts rather than in one long day on foot.
Precipitation is light at 22 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 4.1/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, footwear you can get muddy.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? April scores 5.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Charyn Canyon in December?
- In December, Charyn Canyon averages -3°C, 22 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Charyn Canyon?
- December earns a 4.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Charyn Canyon in December?
- Expect about 22 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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