The best times to visit Tajikistan for ideal weather are

April 30th to September 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Tajikistan Travel Info

Weather in Tajikistan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tajikistan vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th 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 Tajikistan, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 87.5°F (30.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.9°F (16.6°C) at night.

Tajikistan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tajikistan 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.

Tajikistan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tajikistan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tajikistan 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)
Jan 35.6 27.1 20.3
Feb 37.4 28.9 21.9
Mar 49.8 40.1 31.9
Apr 62.6 51.6 41.9
May 72.4 60.6 50
Jun 81.2 68.4 56.4
Jul 86.4 73.4 60.7
Aug 84.6 71.2 58.8
Sep 77.7 63.5 51.1
Oct 64.8 51.8 41.5
Nov 48.9 38.9 31.2
Dec 38.2 29.2 22.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2 -2.7 -6.5
Feb 3 -1.7 -5.6
Mar 9.9 4.5 -0.1
Apr 17 10.9 5.5
May 22.4 15.9 10
Jun 27.3 20.2 13.6
Jul 30.2 23 15.9
Aug 29.2 21.8 14.9
Sep 25.4 17.5 10.6
Oct 18.2 11 5.3
Nov 9.4 3.8 -0.4
Dec 3.4 -1.6 -5.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tajikistan are September, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid July. For example, on the week of July 9th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Tajikistan? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around April, especially close to early to mid May. The best time to ski (if at all) in Tajikistan is often around around April 23rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Tajikistan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tajikistan (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 5.5 0.6
Feb 11% 8.5 1.2
Mar 11% 9.2 1.4
Apr 10% 15.2 1.3
May 7% 8.9 1
Jun 3% 0.7 0.4
Jul 1% 0.4 0.2
Aug 2% 2.3 0.2
Sep 1% 1.7 0
Oct 4% 2.5 0.5
Nov 7% 4.4 0.8
Dec 4% 4.7 0.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 14 1.5
Feb 11 21.6 3
Mar 11 23.4 3.6
Apr 10 38.6 3.3
May 7 22.6 2.5
Jun 3 1.8 1
Jul 1 1 0.5
Aug 2 5.8 0.5
Sep 1 4.3 0
Oct 4 6.4 1.3
Nov 7 11.2 2
Dec 4 11.9 1.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Tajikistan has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (32.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (62.2%).

Wind in Tajikistan is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and December. March’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.9 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 late March where average top sustained speeds reach 11 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Tajikistan.

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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 5.9 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 6.4 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.8 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
May 5.2 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.5 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62%
Feb 62.2%
Mar 55.2%
Apr 48.4%
May 45.5%
Jun 36.9%
Jul 32.3%
Aug 32.8%
Sep 33%
Oct 42.7%
Nov 55.2%
Dec 57.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tajikistan?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Tajikistan; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Tajikistan 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 Tajikistan 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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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.2 in March means 44.2% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Tajikistan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 76°F (24.4°C) and 42°F (5.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. 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 comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Tajikistan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. 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 Tajikistan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 42°F (5.6°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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