September · Kyrgyzstan
Best time to visit Karakol in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Karakol in September
Average temperature 12°C, 38 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 52% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
9.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 38 mm
- Humidity
- 52%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Karakol scores 9.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 38 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Karakol is Kyrgyzstan's trekking hub, between Lake Issyk-Kul and the Tian Shan peaks.
September is one of the strongest months in Karakol (4th)
Temperatures hover around 12°C (54°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 38 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Karakol at 9.2/10 (4th of 12), just behind June at 9.7/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Karakol in September?
- In September, Karakol averages 12°C, 38 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 Karakol?
- 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 Karakol in September?
- Expect about 38 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 52% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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