March · Kazakhstan
Best time to visit Shymkent in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Shymkent in March
Average temperature 8°C, 106 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.9/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 106 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Shymkent scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 106 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Shymkent is southern Kazakhstan's biggest city, a lively base for Turkistan's shrines and the western Tian Shan.
March in Shymkent — workable with trade-offs
Expect 8°C (46°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
106 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Shymkent — 3.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Shymkent in March?
- In March, Shymkent averages 8°C, 106 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Shymkent?
- March earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Shymkent in March?
- Expect about 106 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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