Intense heat predicted for southern Kazakhstan on August 13, with anticipation of rain and thunderstorms in various regions as well.
Kazakhstan Weather Forecast for August 13, 2025: Extreme Heat and Unsettled Weather
Kazakhstan is set to experience varied weather conditions on August 13, 2025, due to the influence of a northwest cyclone and an anticyclone ridge in the south.
South and Southeast (Almaty, Zhambyl, Zhetysu regions): Scorching heat is forecast, with daytime temperatures soaring to +40 to +41°C, particularly in the center of Almaty region and south of Zhetysu region. The southern areas will remain dry due to high pressure from the anticyclone ridge, and dust storms are expected during the day in the southern parts [1].
West, North, East, and Central Parts: These regions will see rains with thunderstorms. The northwest and north of Kazakhstan may experience heavy rains with hail and squally winds. There will be increased wind speeds throughout the country [1][2][3].
West Kazakhstan region and some other parts (north and west of Atyrau, west and east of Aktobe, center of Kyzylorda, among others): There is a high to extremely high fire threat due to dry and hot conditions [1].
Specific city temperature ranges (approximate):
| Region/City | Night Temperature (°C) | Day Temperature (°C) | Additional conditions | |------------------|------------------------|------------------------|------------------------------------| | Almaty region | Not specified | +40 to +41 | Extreme heat, southern dust storm[1] | | Zhambyl, Zhetysu | Not specified | +35 to +38 | Hot southern areas[1] | | North Kazakhstan | +8 to +15 | +20 to +25 | Thunderstorms, possible hail[3] | | Central Kazakhstan| +9 to +18 | +18 to +30 | Thunderstorms, rain[3] | | East Kazakhstan | +7 to +18 | +19 to +27 | Rain and thunderstorms[3] | | West Kazakhstan | +15 to +23 | +30 to +37 | Fire threat high, rains possible north[1][3] | | Northwest Kazakhstan | +8 to +16 | +25 to +33 | Heavy rains and hail forecast[1][3]|
Winds and Additional Conditions: Winds will intensify across the country with the possibility of dust storms in southern areas. The northwest cyclone will bring unsettled weather with rain and storms in much of the country, while the southern regions stay dry and hot under the anticyclone influence [1][2][3].
Here are some specific city forecasts:
- In Ust-Kamenogorsk, it is expected to be cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms, and the daytime temperature +21...+23°C.
- In Turkestan, the nighttime temperature is expected to be +20...+22°C, and the daytime temperature +36...+38°C.
- In Pavlodar, the night temperature is expected to be +15...+17°C, and the daytime temperature +24...+26°C.
- In Talgar, the night temperature is expected to be +12...+14°C, and the daytime temperature +33...+35°C.
- In Kokshetau, variable cloudiness, rain, and winds of 7-12 m/s are forecast. The night temperature is expected to be +13...+15°C, and the daytime temperature +22...+24°C.
- In Taraz, the nighttime temperature is expected to be +18...+20°C, and the daytime temperature +34...+36°C.
- In Astana, variable cloudiness, rain, and strong winds of 9-14 m/s with gusts up to 15-18 m/s are expected. The night temperature is expected to be +11...+13°C, and the daytime temperature +24...+26°C.
- In Petropavlovsk, it is expected to be cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms, and the daytime temperature +20...+22°C.
- In Kyzylorda, the night temperature is expected to be +18...+20°C, and the daytime temperature +35...+37°C.
- In Almaty, variable cloudiness and winds of 3-8 m/s are forecast. The night temperature is expected to be +21...+23°C, and the daytime temperature +34...+36°C.
- In Uralsk, it is expected to be cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms, and the daytime temperature +23...+25°C.
- In Zhanaozen, the forecast for Wednesday, August 13, includes variable cloudiness, no precipitation, and winds of 9-14 m/s. The night temperature is expected to be +14...+16°C, and the daytime temperature +29...+31°C.
- In Karaganda, the forecast for Wednesday, August 13, includes variable cloudiness, no precipitation, and winds of 9-14 m/s. The night temperature is expected to be +10...+12°C, and the daytime temperature +24...+26°C.
- In Aktau, the forecast for Wednesday, August 13, includes variable cloudiness, no precipitation, and winds of 9-14 m/s with gusts up to 15-20 m/s. The night temperature is expected to be +20...+22°C, and the daytime temperature +28...+30°C.
- In Aктоbe, the forecast for Wednesday, August 13, includes cloudy skies, rain, thunderstorm, and winds of 7-12 m/s with gusts up to 15 m/s. The night temperature is expected to be +13...+15°C, and the daytime temperature +22...+24°C.
- In Shymkent, the forecast for Wednesday, August 13, includes variable cloudiness and winds of 8-13 m/s. The night temperature is expected to be +20...+22°C, and the daytime temperature +35...+37°C.
This forecast is based on meteorological data and warnings issued by Kazhydromet and reported on August 12-13, 2025 [1][3].
[1] Kazhydromet Weather Forecast, August 12-13, 2025, www.kazhydromet.kz
[2] Kazakhstan Weather Forecast, August 13, 2025, www.weather.com/kz/forecast/lifestyle
[3] Weather Forecast for Kazakhstan, August 13, 2025, www.accuweather.com/en/kz/kazakhstan/weather-forecast/341469
Despite the anticipated extreme heat in some regions of Kazakhstan on August 13, 2025, weather-forecasting agencies have predicted thunderstorms and rains in the west, north, east, and central parts of the country, with heavy rains and hail forecast in northwest Kazakhstan. Furthermore, the south and southeast regions, including Almaty, Zhambyl, and Zhetysu, are expected to endure scorching heat, reaching temperatures up to +40 to +41°C.
