February 16 is generally a great time to visit Almaty. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 1°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Almaty right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Almaty
Currency
KZT
₸ Kazakhstani tenge
Language
Kazakh
+1 more
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.071
Almaty Weather Forecast for February 16
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of 0.9°C. 15% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Almaty in February
Based on historical data for February 16, Almaty typically experiences temperatures between -6.9°C and 0.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% 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
0.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-6.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-2.2°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.8 cm
~15% chance
Pressure
1026.1 hPa
High 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
Type I-II
🔴 62 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 93 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 155 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-4.9°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
84/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~117
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Almaty
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:51
☀️ Noon
12:07
🌇 Sunset
17:24
⏱️ Daylight
10h 33m
Wind Speed
9.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Almaty
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 February 16 averages 0.9°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 18/100."
— 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
February 23
2.8°C • 21% rain
Score
27
February 22
2.6°C • 20% rain
Score
26
February 21
1.9°C • 17% rain
Score
23
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Almaty Worth Visiting on February 16?
Planning a trip to Almaty on February 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 0.9°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 117 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 February 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 12°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -15.7°C in 2024.