December 30 is generally a great time to visit Almaty. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 1°C weather. Almaty is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.071
Almaty Weather Forecast for December 30
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 0.5°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Almaty in December
Based on historical data for December 30, Almaty typically experiences temperatures between -6.7°C and 0.5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Almaty
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
0.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-6.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-2.7°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.6 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1029.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Almaty Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 85% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
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
-5.9°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
07:25
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
16:26
⏱️ Daylight
9h 0m
Wind Speed
10 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.1 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 30 averages 0.5°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 16/100."
— 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
January 6
-0.1°C • 11% rain
Score
19
January 2
-0.1°C • 14% rain
Score
18
January 3
-0.2°C • 11% rain
Score
18
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Almaty Worth Visiting on December 30?
Planning a trip to Almaty on December 30? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 0.5°C with a 17% 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 30 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 6.3°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to -15.6°C in 2020.