Almaty in May
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
6°CAvg low
16Rainy days (144 mm)
14:29 hDaylight
05:34Sunrise · 20:03 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4°C | -13°C | 27 mm | 6 | – | – | 4.2 |
| February | -2°C | -11°C | 39 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.1 |
| March | 5°C | -4°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 4.2 |
| April | 12°C | 1°C | 138 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.1 |
| May | 17°C | 6°C | 144 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.9 |
| June | 21°C | 10°C | 93 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| July | 23°C | 12°C | 71 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 23°C | 11°C | 57 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| September | 18°C | 6°C | 55 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 12°C | 1°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 4°C | -6°C | 52 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.6 |
| December | -3°C | -11°C | 34 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Almaty in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 6°C.
When is the best time to visit Almaty?
The best months are August, July.