The best times to visit Shymkent for ideal weather are
April 9th to June 10th
or
August 27th to October 14th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Shymkent Travel Guide
Other Shymkent Travel Info
Weather in Shymkent
Temperature
Average temperatures in Shymkent vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice between summer and winter. The temperatures feel cold for about half the year, and too hot for part of the year with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Shymkent, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 97.3°F (36.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.1°F (18.4°C) at night.
Shymkent Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Shymkent Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Shymkent Perceived Temperature (F)
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Shymkent Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Shymkent Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
| Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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| Jan | 40.4 | 29 | 19.5 |
| Feb | 42.8 | 32.6 | 22.6 |
| Mar | 58.7 | 47.6 | 35.2 |
| Apr | 71.5 | 59.9 | 46 |
| May | 82.3 | 70.1 | 54.5 |
| Jun | 92 | 79.3 | 61.8 |
| Jul | 95.3 | 82.6 | 64.4 |
| Aug | 94.7 | 81.2 | 63 |
| Sep | 83.7 | 69.5 | 52.9 |
| Oct | 69.3 | 56.1 | 42.7 |
| Nov | 53.9 | 42.5 | 32.2 |
| Dec | 42.7 | 31.9 | 22.4 |
Show Celsius
| Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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| Jan | 4.7 | -1.7 | -6.9 |
| Feb | 6 | 0.3 | -5.2 |
| Mar | 14.8 | 8.7 | 1.8 |
| Apr | 21.9 | 15.5 | 7.8 |
| May | 27.9 | 21.2 | 12.5 |
| Jun | 33.3 | 26.3 | 16.6 |
| Jul | 35.2 | 28.1 | 18 |
| Aug | 34.8 | 27.3 | 17.2 |
| Sep | 28.7 | 20.8 | 11.6 |
| Oct | 20.7 | 13.4 | 5.9 |
| Nov | 12.2 | 5.8 | 0.1 |
| Dec | 5.9 | -0.1 | -5.3 |
Humidity and Wind
Shymkent has some very humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is August (17.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (73%).
Wind in Shymkent is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by August and June. May’s average wind speed of around 6.2 knots (7.1 MPH or 11.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid June where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Shymkent.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
| Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
| Jan | 4.3 | Light breeze | 9.3 | Gentle breeze |
| Feb | 4.8 | Light breeze | 10.2 | Gentle breeze |
| Mar | 5.6 | Light breeze | 11.7 | Gentle breeze |
| Apr | 6.1 | Light breeze | 12.7 | Significant breeze |
| May | 6.2 | Light breeze | 12.7 | Gentle breeze |
| Jun | 6.1 | Light breeze | 12.8 | Significant breeze |
| Jul | 5.7 | Light breeze | 11.8 | Gentle breeze |
| Aug | 6.2 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
| Sep | 5.5 | Light breeze | 11.3 | Gentle breeze |
| Oct | 4.3 | Light breeze | 9.3 | Gentle breeze |
| Nov | 4 | Light breeze | 8.9 | Gentle breeze |
| Dec | 4.3 | Light breeze | 9.4 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
| Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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| Jan | 73% |
| Feb | 70.8% |
| Mar | 56.8% |
| Apr | 48.5% |
| May | 37.5% |
| Jun | 24.9% |
| Jul | 18.6% |
| Aug | 17.6% |
| Sep | 22.2% |
| Oct | 39.8% |
| Nov | 61.9% |
| Dec | 71.1% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Shymkent?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Kazakhstan; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Shymkent, Kazakhstan is August, followed by July and October. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Shymkent in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Shymkent Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 87.5°F (30.8°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Shymkent, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 50.3°F (10.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is far too cold this time of year in Shymkent to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C). These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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