Shymkent in May
7.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
25°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
9Rainy days (64 mm)
14:24 hDaylight
06:06Sunrise · 20:30 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 25°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.6 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 | -5°C | 69 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.3 |
| February | 6°C | -4°C | 79 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | 13°C | 2°C | 86 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 20°C | 8°C | 93 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 25°C | 13°C | 64 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| June | 31°C | 17°C | 27 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.9 |
| July | 33°C | 19°C | 12 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.5 |
| August | 32°C | 17°C | 8 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.9 |
| September | 27°C | 12°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| October | 20°C | 6°C | 35 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 11°C | 1°C | 63 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 5°C | -4°C | 67 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shymkent in May?
Daytime highs average 25°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Shymkent?
The best months are September.