December 20 is generally a great time to visit Almaty. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 0°C weather. As it's peak season for Almaty, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Almaty
Currency
KZT
₸ Kazakhstani tenge
Language
Kazakh
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Driving
Right side
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As of Dec 2024, Almaty has 4G from Beeli...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.071
Almaty Weather Forecast for December 20
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 0.4°C. 21% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Almaty in December
Based on historical data for December 20, Almaty typically experiences temperatures between -7.3°C and 0.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Almaty
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
0.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-7.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-2.8°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
21%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.9 cm
~21% chance
Pressure
1028 hPa
Medium volatility
Almaty Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Kazakhstan
Flight Traffic
High
92/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~129
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Almaty
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:21
☀️ Noon
11:50
🌇 Sunset
16:20
⏱️ Daylight
8h 58m
Wind Speed
9.8 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
62%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Almaty
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Unhealthy for sensitive groups. Consider wearing a mask outdoors.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Almaty on December 20 averages 0.4°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 14/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Almaty Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 15
0°C • 14% rain
Score
18
December 14
-0.2°C • 14% rain
Score
16
December 27
0.4°C • 17% rain
Score
15
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Almaty Worth Visiting on December 20?
Planning a trip to Almaty on December 20? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 0.4°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 129 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Kazakhstan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 20 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 7.4°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -9.1°C in 2016.