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Outdoor activities Potential

92/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

September, August, June

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Avoid

January, February, March, November, December

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Weather

-11°C – 19°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Issyk-Kul Lake for hiking is September, August, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Issyk-Kul Lake

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
47Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-11°16
February
44Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-7°19
March
42Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26
April
56Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
46
May
78Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°53
June
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°48
July
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°39
August
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°38
September
92Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°27
October
56Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
34
November
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-1°26
December
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
-8°20

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Issyk-Kul Lake

When is the best time to visit Issyk-Kul Lake for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Issyk-Kul Lake for outdoor activities is typically in September, August, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Issyk-Kul Lake?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Issyk-Kul Lake, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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