October 21 is generally a great time to visit Almaty. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°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 October 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.8°C. 19% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Almaty in October
Based on historical data for October 21, Almaty typically experiences temperatures between 3.3°C and 13.8°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% 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
13.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
19%
Avg 1.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~19% chance
Pressure
1022.5 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
Type I-II
🔴 50 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 75 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 125 min to burn
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:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Kazakhstan
Flight Traffic
High
83/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~116
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Almaty
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:13
☀️ Noon
11:38
🌇 Sunset
17:02
⏱️ Daylight
10h 48m
Wind Speed
9.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
59%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Almaty
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 21 averages 13.8°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 84/100."
— 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
October 15
14.9°C • 24% rain
Score
88
October 16
14.3°C • 27% rain
Score
85
October 18
14.1°C • 23% rain
Score
85
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Almaty Worth Visiting on October 21?
Planning a trip to Almaty on October 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.8°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 116 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 October 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.3°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -1.6°C in 2016.