The best time to visit Kygyzstan

January falls into the low season and we would not recommend visiting at this time as temperatures drop and roads can be blocked due to snowfall. Several areas are unreachable, but if you are looking to ski, this may be a good time.

February falls into the low season and we would not recommend visiting at this time as temperatures drop and roads can be blocked due to snowfall. Several areas are unreachable, but if you are looking to ski, this may be a good time.

March falls into the low season and we would not recommend visiting at this time as temperatures drop and roads can be blocked due to snowfall. Several areas are unreachable, but if you are looking to ski, this may be a good time.

Winter loosens its grip on Kyrgyzstan and the country starts to warm up. Higher mountains may still be snowbound, limiting hiking opportunities but the lower landscapes are lush and green. By late April, spring flowers are in full bloom and roads to mountain passes start to open up.

There is more rainfall in May, but the landscapes are lush and green. Some camps are still closed and hiking opportunities in higher mountains are limited, but this can be a great time to visit with lower visitor numbers and milder temperatures.

June marks the start of Kyrgyzstan’s summertime, with temperatures increasing to an average of 27°C. Some camps are starting to reopen, but it can still be cold in mountainous regions. Lake Issyk-Kul is great for exploring at this time with a milder climate. Visitor numbers are still lower as this falls in the shoulder season so it is perfect for exploring without the crowds.

July is the beginning of the peak season across Kyrgyzstan. Mountainous regions over 3000 metres are now accessible, making it the one of the only months you are able to trek through spectacular, pristine landscapes.This is the one of the busiest times of year, so make sure to book well in advance to secure the best accommodation.

August falls in Kyrgyzstan’s summertime, meaning it is peak season. You can expect temperatures to reach an average of 27°C and lower rainfall. This is one of the only months you are able to trek through the spectacular, pristine, mountain landscapes. As this is one of the busiest times of year, expect to book well in advance to secure the best accommodation.

As the searing, summer heat dissipates and visitor numbers drop, September is a great time to explore the cities. Glacial melt is high, making it a popular time to enjoy kayaking or rafting. Hiking remains a good option, with less snow around and more predictable conditions than earlier in the season.

October is great for exploring cities without the summer heat and high visitor numbers. There is a greater chance of rain, but it is still a popular chance to enjoy kayaking, rafting and hiking. Camps close as nomads leave the summer pasture and the days start to get colder towards the end of the month.

November is the start of the low season in Kyrgyzstan and some roads can become blocked. Travel during the last months of the year can be difficult. We would not recommend travelling at this time unless you are looking to go skiing.

Winter grips Kyrgyzstan in December, with some roads becoming blocked by snowfall. Travel during the last months of the year can be difficult. We would not recommend travelling at this time unless you are looking to go skiing.