February · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Shymbulak in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Shymbulak in February
Average temperature -10°C, 23 mm of rain, about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
7.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -10°C
- Rainfall
- 23 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 5
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Shymbulak scores 7.5/10 for snow and ski travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around -10°C, 23 mm of rain, and roughly 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Premier alpine ski resort in the Tian Shan mountains near Almaty.
February in Shymbulak: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
February sits at -10°C (14°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 10.3 hours of daylight.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Shymbulak — 2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Shymbulak in February?
- In February, Shymbulak averages -10°C, 23 mm of rain, and about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Shymbulak?
- February earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Shymbulak in February?
- Expect about 23 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 5 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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