Weather

Spring

March - May

Spring comes late and uncertainly in Astana. In March, frosts and snow are still possible, and the weather often changes during the day. April brings snowmelt and strong winds. Real warmth is felt closer to the end of May, when the temperature rises to a comfortable +15…+22 °C.

up to +22 °C

active snowmelt

from −15 °C

winter still holds, frosts are possible

Summer

June - August

Summer is hot and dry. Daytime temperatures often reach +30…+35 °C, but thanks to low humidity, the heat is easier to bear. Evenings become cooler. Precipitation is rare, sometimes thunderstorms with strong winds occur. The best time for walks and outdoor events.

up to +35 °C

hot and dry

from +25 °C

rare thunderstorms

Autumn

September - November

Autumn is short and cool. In September it is still warm and sunny, but already in October the weather changes dramatically: the wind intensifies, rains come, and the first frosts appear. In November, snow often falls, and the city gradually prepares for winter.

up to -15 °C

sharp cold snaps

from +20 °C

rains, first frosts

Winter

December - February

Winter is long, cold and windy. Temperatures often drop to −25…−35 °C, and on some days it can be even lower. Strong winds intensify the feeling of cold. Despite the frosts, winter is often sunny, with clear skies.

up to -40 °C

very cold and windy

from -25 °C

frequent blizzards and snowstorms