Kazakhstan Weather in August

Season: Late Summer
In short: Hot in early month but turn cool by end of the month 

In Kazakhstan, August is the last month of summer. It is hot in early August, and the heat lingers for some while. By late August, it turns cool and gives a feeling of autumn. However, weather can change suddenly, when people even feel a little bit cold.

Temperature 

The average temperatures in Kazakhstan in August range from 17-27 degrees Celsius (63-91 degrees Fahrenheit) as a whole. 

Almaty Central Mosque in August

In early August, the climate of Kazakhstan can be very hot. As time advances to the end of the month, the weather gets cool. Thus, it’s advisable to avoiding travelling to Kazakhstan in early August due to the intense heat. In addition, the temperatures could fall dramatically after a few patches of light rain. In this case, you might be in shirts one day but wear a sweater the next day. Moreover, the temperatures vary greatly during day and night. So prepare an outdoor jacket to keep warm if you travel to Kazakhstan in August, 2025 

The weather in southern Kazakhstan is hotter than that in the northern regions. For example, the average temperatures in Almaty range from 16-30℃ (61-86℉), while Astana in the north has average temperatures of 12-26℃ (54-79℉). 

The Warmest Cities in Kazakhstan in August: 
Shymkent: 17 - 34℃ (63 - 93℉); Almaty: 16 -30℃ (61 - 86℉); Aktau: 20 - 32℃ (68 - 90℉)

The Coolest Cities in Kazakhstan in August: 
Astana: 12 - 26℃ (54 - 79℉); Karaganda: 8 - 26℃ (46 - 79℉); Aqtobe: 14-29℃ (57 - 84℉)

Rainfall 

Kazakhstan has about 8 rainy days in August with the total rainfall of 31mm on average. The rainfall is mostly light rain. Even though, taking a waterproof jacket is advisable. Despite being August, it might snow on the mountains such as Ile-Alatau National Park in Almaty. Wandering in the city, you can enjoy snow-capped mountains afar. 

Humidity

The air is expected to be dry. For example, the humidity is 45% in Almaty and 58% in Astana. So you’d better take moisturizer, lip balm and water bottles with you.

Sunrise & Sunset 

In August, the sun rises from 05:25 to 06:50 and the sun sets from 20:15 to 21:08. The day length is long enough at around 15 hours, so you can take a rest indoors during the hot midday while still having ample daytime to enjoy your trip. 

Is August a Recommended Month to Visit Kazakhstan?

It depends. It is not recommended to go there in early August. The weather is too hot particularly at midday. You may need to stay indoors for long hours to avoid the intense heat. Moreover, given the high UV rays and temperatures, you might get sunburned and sunstroke. By late August, the weather turns cool and sunshine turns moderate. Thus, if you are going to travel to Kazakhstan in August, you’d better consider postponing your travel plan until mid-to-late August‌ when the temperatures start to drop. 

What to Bring to Visit Kazakhstan in August？

For Upper Body: It’s advisable to pick shirts, tank tops and dresses because of the summer heat. Prepare sun protective clothing for the day, and thin jacket for night.

For Bottoms: Shorts and skirts are appropriate for early August. Light long pants are suitable for mid-to-late August. 

Shoes: Take comfortable shoes like sneakers or hiking shoes for mountainous areas. Pack sandals for urban areas.

Others: Bring sunscreens, hats, and sunglasses due to the strong UV rays and long sunshine hours. It is vital to prepare moisturizer, lip balm and a water bottle since Kazakhstan weather is hot and dry in August.

Kazakhstan August Travel Advice 

1. In early August, particularly at noon, the climate is very hot. Some indoor attractions are recommended at this time. For example, you can pay a visit to Central State Museum of Kazakhstan, Ascension Cathedral or Almaty Central Mosque in Almaty and Grand Mosque Astana, Hazrat Sultan Mosque or Khan Shatyr in Astana. 
2. Some summer resorts are recommended in August to escape from the heat. For instance, Burabay National Park in Astana and Big Almaty Lake, Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake and Ile-Alatau National Park in Almaty.

3. Kazakhstan offers enriched night life paired with cooler evenings in August, comfortable for strolling around. In Almaty, you can go to the Arbat Street, which is the local main shopping street with beautiful fountains and vivid sculptures. The street has a variety of cafes and restaurants, and you can admire street musicians singing and dancing there. Besides, Astana has many interesting futuristic buildings, providing impressive night scenery. These three landmarks are advised such as Khan Shatyr, Akorda Presidential Palace and Bayterek Tower.

Visitors in Central State Museum

Black Canyon in August

August Weather of Major Kazakhstan Travel Destinations

City	Temp.	Rainfall (mm/days)	Humidity (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Almaty	16 - 30℃ (61 -86℉)	29 / 6.5	45	4:42 - 5:51 / 18:29 - 19:14
Astana	12 - 26℃ (54 - 79℉)	33 / 10	58	4:39 - 5:29 / 19:02 - 20:00
Shymkent	17 - 34℃ (63 - 93℉)	27 / 1.5	32	4:48 - 5:17 / 19:21 - 19:50
Aktobe	14 - 28℃ (57 - 82℉)	27 / 10	54	5:42 - 6:24 / 19:52 - 20:46
Charyn Canyon	18 - 33℃ (64 - 91℉)	29 / 8	40	4:30 - 5:06 / 18:20 - 19:05
Aktau	20- 32℃ (68 - 90℉)	2 / 3	49	6:24 - 6:57 / 20:12 - 20:58