Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan
A high alpine lake big enough to be mistaken for the sea, yurts pitched in meadows for anyone who wants to sleep the way nomads still do, and eagles hunting from the wrist the same way they have for centuries.
The best time to visit Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 33°C (91°F). Local time there is 01:09 (UTC+6).
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The year at a glance
June · high 31°C · rain 28mm · 15.3h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Bishkek, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C35°F | 25mm1.0in | 9.3h9.3h | |
| February | 7°C45°F | 41mm1.6in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| March | 14°C57°F | 69mm2.7in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 20°C67°F | 83mm3.3in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| May | 25°C78°F | 60mm2.4in | 14.6h14.6h | |
| June | 31°C87°F | 28mm1.1in | 15.3h15.3h | in the recommended window |
| July | 35°C95°F | 14mm0.6in | 15.1h15.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 32°C89°F | 19mm0.7in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
| September | 26°C79°F | 26mm1.0in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 17°C63°F | 45mm1.8in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| November | 8°C47°F | 51mm2.0in | 9.6h9.6h | |
| December | 3°C37°F | 31mm1.2in | 9.0h9.0h |
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When is the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan?
The best time to visit Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 33°C (91°F).
How warm does Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan get?
Typical daytime highs in Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan are Mar–May 20°C (67°F), Jun–Aug 33°C (91°F), Sep–Nov 17°C (63°F), Dec–Feb 4°C (39°F).
Is Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan expensive?
On the ground, Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan is cheap.
What sort of trip is Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan good for?
Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan is good for adventure holidays, nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, history and culture.
How rainy is Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan?
The wettest month in Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan is April at 83mm (3.3in), the driest July at 14mm (0.6in), with a monthly average of 41mm (1.6in).
What plug do I need for Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan?
Kyrgyzstan – Issyk-Kul & the Tian Shan uses type C, F sockets at 220 V.
