The best times to visit Zhezkazgan for ideal weather are

April 30th to September 16th

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

 

 


Other Zhezkazgan Travel Info

Weather in Zhezkazgan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Zhezkazgan vary an incredible amount. 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 54th 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 Zhezkazgan, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.2°F (16.2°C) at night.

Zhezkazgan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Zhezkazgan 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.

Zhezkazgan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Zhezkazgan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Zhezkazgan 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 12.1 4.2 -4.8
Feb 13.9 4.8 -5.4
Mar 33.9 25.3 15.7
Apr 61.3 49.3 37
May 74.9 62.2 47.1
Jun 84.9 72.4 57.3
Jul 86.5 74.2 60.1
Aug 85.1 72 57.9
Sep 71.5 58.3 44.8
Oct 55.1 43.3 32.2
Nov 34.8 26.9 19.3
Dec 18.4 10.7 2.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -11.1 -15.4 -20.4
Feb -10.1 -15.1 -20.8
Mar 1.1 -3.7 -9.1
Apr 16.3 9.6 2.8
May 23.8 16.8 8.4
Jun 29.4 22.4 14.1
Jul 30.3 23.4 15.6
Aug 29.5 22.2 14.4
Sep 21.9 14.6 7.1
Oct 12.8 6.3 0.1
Nov 1.6 -2.8 -7.1
Dec -7.6 -11.8 -16.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Zhezkazgan are January, February, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid March with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of March 12th.

When can you find snow in Zhezkazgan? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late February and early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Zhezkazgan is often around around February 12th 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 Zhezkazgan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Zhezkazgan (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 0% 6 0
Feb 0% 7 0
Mar 0% 6.1 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0.9 0
Nov 0% 1.1 0.6
Dec 0% 3 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 15.2 0
Feb 0 17.8 0
Mar 0 15.5 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 2.3 0
Nov 0 2.8 1.5
Dec 0 7.6 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Zhezkazgan has some humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is June (29.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (68.1%).

Wind in Zhezkazgan is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and May. March’s average wind speed of around 7.3 knots (8.4 MPH or 13.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 13 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.3 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.2 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 11.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
May 6.5 Light breeze 11.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 6.2 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.6 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.2 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.9%
Feb 68.1%
Mar 65.1%
Apr 45.4%
May 34.4%
Jun 29.4%
Jul 31%
Aug 30.2%
Sep 35%
Oct 50.3%
Nov 66.8%
Dec 67%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Zhezkazgan?

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 Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan is October, followed by June and August. 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 Zhezkazgan in February. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 27.6 in February means 27.6% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Zhezkazgan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow 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. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Zhezkazgan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 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 Zhezkazgan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 11.1°F (-11.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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