September · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Charyn Canyon in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Charyn Canyon in September
Average temperature 18°C, 33 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 43% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
9.2/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 43%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Charyn Canyon scores 9.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 18°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 17 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.
September in Charyn Canyon — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)
September averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 daylight hours.
A 9.2/10 puts this among the year's best months in Charyn Canyon (3rd of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Charyn Canyon in September?
- In September, Charyn Canyon averages 18°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.2/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Charyn Canyon?
- September earns a 9.2/10 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 September?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 43% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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