When to go to Kyrgyzstan?

Located right in the centre of Asia, on a landmass almost exclusively made up of mountains, Kyrgyzstan has a climate which is continental, with especially harsh winters and very hot summers. Temperatures can therefore climb very high in the middle of the month of August, with up to 89°F in Bichkek, the capital, and can fall to 48°F in January.

In spring, more specifically from April to June, day temperatures vary between 66°F and 86°F, which is very warm, while the minimum temperatures swing between 42°F and 142°F. During this season, there is in fact a peak amount of sunshine. The month of May is the most recommended time to explore the country as it is during this time that the best temperatures for tourism are recorded, with an average of 77°F.
In summer, the effects of the continental climate can be felt, with little rain and average temperatures of 89°F. Summer can in fact be scorching depending on the location, but temperatures cool down little by little as soon as you go up in altitude and this is especially true at beyond 2,500m where it can even feel cold.
As is the case for spring, autumn is an excellent season to make a trip to Kyrgyzstan. September and October are months ins which the climate is mild, despite the cooler nights. The month of September is genuinely ideal, with average temperatures at 242°F and minimum temperatures of 51°F. During this month, there is a very substantial amount of sunshine and low rainfall, which presents a real advantage for those who wish to go trekking or take a swim in the mountain lakes.
Winter remains the least recommended season for a visit of the country. From December to February, the cold weather intensifies and the atmosphere dries out and becomes icy, with average minimum temperatures which can drop down to 48°F and maximum temperatures which don’t go above 35°F and this happens especially in the month of January, the coolest time of the year. Additionally, the hours of sunshine strongly diminish and winds from the north can be severe.

To have a pleasant stay in Kyrgyzstan and take full advantage of its wildlife and its spectacular landscapes, the two best seasons for exploring the country are still spring and autumn, with a firm favourite being the months of May and September, times at which the temperatures stay mild and more tolerable than those of the other seasons.



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Temperatures Bishkek

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Min temperature15°21°32°42°51°60°64°60°51°41°32°21°
Max temperature35°41°53°66°77°86°89°89°78°66°51°41°

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The weather month by month in Kyrgyzstan

Weather Bishkek in January

15 to 35°

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In January, in Bishkek, temperatures range from -9 to 2 degrees. Minimum temperatures are cold. The average rainfall is around 17 inches, for 24 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in February

21 to 41°

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In February, in Bishkek, temperatures range from -6 to 5 degrees. Minimum temperatures are cold. The average rainfall is around 23 inches, for 24 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in March

32 to 53°

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In March, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between -0 in the morning and 12 in the afternoon. The average rainfall is around 32 inches, for 24 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in April

42 to 66°

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In April, in Bishkek, temperatures range from 6 to 19 degrees. Temperatures are low but with a lot of sunshine. The average rainfall is around 31 inches, 22 days without rain in April

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Weather Bishkek in May

51 to 77°

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In May, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between 11 in the morning and 25 in the afternoon. The average rainfall is around 27 inches, for 23 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in June

60 to 86°

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In June, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between 16 in the morning and 30 in the afternoon. The average rainfall is around 32 inches, for 24 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in July

64 to 89°

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In July, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between 18 in the morning and 32 in the afternoon. Températures are really hot. The average rainfall is around 15 inches, for 27 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in August

60 to 89°

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In August, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between 16 in the morning and 32 in the afternoon. Températures are really hot. The average rainfall is around 13 inches, for 29 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in September

51 to 78°

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In September, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between 11 in the morning and 26 in the afternoon. Temperatures are hot. The average rainfall is around 7 inches, for 27 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in October

41 to 66°

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In October, in Bishkek, temperatures range from 5 to 19 degrees. Temperatures are low but with a lot of sunshine. The average rainfall is around 16 inches, for 26 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in November

32 to 51°

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In November, in Bishkek, Minimum temperatures vary between -0 in the morning and 11 in the afternoon. The average rainfall is around 12 inches, for 23 days without rain.

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Weather Bishkek in December

21 to 41°

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In December, in Bishkek, temperatures range from -6 to 5 degrees. Minimum temperatures are cold. The average rainfall is around 18 inches, for 25 days without rain.

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