The climate of Aktobe
Aktobe, located in the western region of
Kazakhstan, is characterized by a Dfa climate classification according to the Köppen system. This indicates a humid continental climate with hot summer temperatures and no dry season. Temperature variations throughout the year are significant, as high temperatures reach 29.9°C (85.8°F) in the warmest months of
July, plummeting to a frigid -16.5°C (2.3°F) during the coldest months in winter.
Humidity levels in Aktobe lean towards the higher end, with a standard range from 54% in the summer months to 82% in
December. The city experiences an average of 10 days rainfall per month, with
May seeing the most amount of rainfall at 34mm (1.34"). Precipitation is not limited to rain, with the city under a blanket of snow for as many as 21 days in
January. A gradual transition occurs from snowy conditions to rainfall as the year progresses, with temperatures rising.
Daylight hours fluctuate from 8.1 hours in December to a peak of 16.3 hours in
June, providing ample light for activities during the summer. Corresponding with the extended daylight hours, the city basks under 10.7 hours of sunshine in July. Nonetheless, the sunshine hours taper to a low of 2.2 hours by December, indicating shorter and cooler days. The UV index mirrors the pattern of sunlight hours, peaking at 7 from June to July before dropping to 1 in the winter months.
The best time to visit Aktobe
With its hot summers and cold winters, the most favorable time for tourists to visit
Aktobe would be between
May and
September. During this time, temperatures range from 13.3°C (55.9°F) to 29.9°C (85.8°F) with plenty of sunshine, around 7.9 hours to 10.7 hours daily. Rainfall is relatively frequent, averaging 34mm (1.34") in May and tapering to 19mm (0.75") by September. However, with humidity dropping to as low as 54%, conditions remain generally comfortable for outdoor sightseeing and activities.
The worst time to visit Aktobe
Days are short and cold from late
November to
March in
Aktobe. Temperatures plummet, with monthly averages falling between -16.5°C (2.3°F) and -0.4°C (31.3°F). Snowfall is frequent during these winter months, with up to 21 snowfall days expected in
January. Moreover, daylight hours drop to as few as 8.1 in
December, further limiting the time for sightseeing. This period is the least recommended for visiting, particularly for tourists unaccustomed to such severe cold.
Spring weather in Aktobe
From
March through to
May,
Aktobe witnesses the spring season. Temperatures during this period start from the mild -0.4°C (31.3°F) in March, rising to a pleasant 13.3°C (55.9°F) by May. Rainfall sees a noticeable increase, swinging from 26mm (1.02") in March to reach its yearly high of 34mm (1.34") in May. Meanwhile, daylight hours extend from 11.9 hours per day in March to 15.5 hours per day by May, providing longer days for outdoor activities.
Summer weather in Aktobe
Aktobe enjoys a hot summer season from
June to
August. Temperatures during these months hover around a high of 28.2°C (82.8°F) in June and peak at 29.9°C (85.8°F) in
July. Despite the heat, humidity remains relatively low, drifting between 54-55%. Simultaneously, the overall rainfall decreases slightly compared to spring and gradually recedes to 27mm (1.06") in August from 35mm (1.38") in June.
Autumn weather in Aktobe
Autumn in
Aktobe spans from
September to
November. The temperatures fall down from a warm 21.7°C (71.1°F) in September to a chilly 0.7°C (33.3°F) in November. Rainfall starts to taper off from 19mm (0.75") in September to 28mm (1.1") by November. However, snowfall slowly creeps in, starting with a trace in September, and witnessing an increase to 13 days of snowfall by November.
Winter weather in Aktobe
Winter takes grip of
Aktobe from
December to
February with monthly average temperatures swinging from -5.7°C (21.7°F) to -16.5°C (2.3°F). Snowfall dominates the scene with up to 21 days of snow in
January while rainfall drops to its lowest during these months. Short daylight hours are a winter trademark, lasting only 8.1 hours a day in December, increasing to 10.1 hours a day in February. Sunshine hours stay brief, constituting only 2.2 hours in December, leading to 4.8 hours by February.
Weather in January
January in
Aktobe,
Kazakhstan, stands firmly in the midst of winter, with the month characterized by low temperatures and limited daylight. This month holds the year’s record for the lowest average low temperature, sinking to a chilly -16.5°C (2.3°F).
Weather in January » Weather in February
February’s weather in
Aktobe remains largely similar to that of
January. Noticeably, there's a jump from 2.8 hours of sunshine in January to 4.8 hours in February, giving residents slightly more opportunity to enjoy the sunlight.
Weather in February » Weather in March
March signals the transition period from winter to spring, as the temperatures in
Aktobe begin to climb, albeit slowly. There is a significant increase in average high temperature, moving from
February’s -7.1°C (19.2°F) to a less severe -0.4°C (31.3°F) in March.
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Weather in April
With
April upon
Aktobe, the significant upswing in temperatures delineates the arrival of spring. An indicator is a leap from
March’s chilly average low of -9.8°C (14.4°F) to a more temperate 1.4°C (34.5°F), signifying April’s progressively warmer weather condition.
Weather in April »Weather in May
In
May, summer begins to show hints in
Aktobe, with temperatures continuing their upward trend. This month records the significant rise of average high temperature to 22°C (71.6°F), indicating a sharp turn towards warmer climates.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June brings the peak of summer to
Aktobe, characterized by high temperatures and ample daylight. The average high temperature reaches its utmost level of 28.2°C (82.8°F), coupled with the longest daylight span of the year at 16.3 hours.
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Weather in July
July continues the fervor of summer in
Aktobe, with heat levels remaining high and sunshine abundant. It sets the mark for the highest average high temperature at around 29.9°C (85.8°F), enduring the zenith of the summer heat. Dry conditions prevail, with a relatively low number of rainfall days and minimal humidity.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August experiences a marginal decrease in temperatures as the tail end of summer lingers in
Aktobe. Still, it stays hot, with an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and lengthy daylight hours, echoing
July’s climate conditions. The pattern of dry weather persists, marked by relatively low rainfall.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September in
Aktobe marks the onset of autumn, indicated by a significant drop in temperatures. A sharp turn is visible from the previous month’s high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) to 21.7°C (71.1°F) in September, signaling a considerable change in weather conditions.
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Weather in October
October sees
Aktobe make a complete shift into the autumn season, with a further decline in temperatures. The key marker of autumn’s grip is the decrease in average high temperature down to 12.1°C (53.8°F), evidencing the substantial seasonal change.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November witnesses
Aktobe’s transition from autumn to winter, as the mercury levels plummet. This change is depicted by a shift from
October's average high temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F) to a frigid 0.7°C (33.3°F) in November.
Weather in November » Weather in December
The final chapter of
Aktobe’s annual weather sequence is
December, firmly establishing the winter season. Carrying forward the cold from
November, December witnesses the average high temperature drop to a chilly -5.7°C (21.7°F).
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