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Kyzyl, Republic of Tyva Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kyzyl, Republic of Tyva?
Kyzyl, Republic of Tyva gets 235 mm of precipitation a year over about 93 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -33°C).
Semi-arid climate
Kyzyl, Republic of Tyva has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -24°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -30° | -20° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -4° | 11° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -6° | 7° |
How much rain does Kyzyl get?
Kyzyl gets 235 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 93 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of Russia.
July is the wettest month, with 56 mm. March is the driest, with 4 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 13.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to May 20, 2022.
Kyzyl weather by month
Kyzyl weather in January
In January, Kyzyl averages a high of -23°C and a low of -33°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is -6°C (1979) and the record low is -48°C (1977).
Kyzyl weather in February
In February, Kyzyl averages a high of -16°C and a low of -29°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 0°C (2004) and the record low is -46°C (1978).
Kyzyl weather in March
In March, Kyzyl averages a high of -2°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (1989) and the record low is -39°C (1985).
Kyzyl weather in April
In April, Kyzyl averages a high of 13°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 32°C (2020) and the record low is -19°C (1980).
Kyzyl weather in May
In May, Kyzyl averages a high of 21°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (1974) and the record low is -7°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kyzyl weather in June
In June, Kyzyl averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2001) and the record low is -2°C (1970).
Kyzyl weather in July
In July, Kyzyl averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (2004) and the record low is 3°C (1971).
Kyzyl weather in August
In August, Kyzyl averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (2006). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kyzyl weather in September
In September, Kyzyl averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is -9°C (1973). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Kyzyl weather in October
In October, Kyzyl averages a high of 8°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 24°C (2015) and the record low is -21°C (1976).
Kyzyl weather in November
In November, Kyzyl averages a high of -7°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 13°C (1994) and the record low is -42°C (1986).
Kyzyl weather in December
In December, Kyzyl averages a high of -20°C and a low of -28°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is -2°C (2010) and the record low is -46°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kyzyl
October is the sunniest month in Kyzyl, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 43% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Kyzyl is sunnier than 86% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 77% and is lowest in May at 41%.
Kyzyl has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Kyzyl is hotter than 90% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Kyzyl
The first fall freeze in Kyzyl typically comes around September 19, and the last spring freeze around May 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 126 days.
Kyzyl weather records
These records cover KYZYL during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Kyzyl station is 41°C, on July 15, 2004. The coldest is -48°C, on January 5, 1977.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 52 mm of precipitation, on July 31, 2020.
58 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Kyzyl
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -20°C and lows near -30°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near -4°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 13°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near -5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -33° | -23° | 8.6 mm | 10 | 74% | 42% | -6° | -48° |
| February | -29° | -16° | 4.8 mm | 6 | 71% | 45% | 0° | -46° |
| March | -16° | -2° | 3.6 mm | 3 | 61% | 43% | 19° | -39° |
| April | -1° | 13° | 7.9 mm | 4 | 43% | 46% | 32° | -19° |
| May | 5° | 21° | 13 mm | 6 | 41% | 46% | 36° | -7° |
| June | 12° | 27° | 33 mm | 9 | 48% | 45% | 39° | -2° |
| July | 14° | 28° | 56 mm | 11 | 53% | 40% | 41° | 3° |
| August | 12° | 25° | 48 mm | 11 | 59% | 44% | 40° | -1° |
| September | 4° | 18° | 26 mm | 7 | 58% | 45% | 33° | -9° |
| October | -4° | 8° | 8.4 mm | 5 | 62% | 48% | 24° | -21° |
| November | -16° | -7° | 12 mm | 10 | 71% | 39% | 13° | -42° |
| December | -28° | -20° | 13 mm | 13 | 77% | 38% | -2° | -46° |
Station: KYZYL, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Kyzyl climate questions
How much rain does Kyzyl get?
Kyzyl gets 235 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 93 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Kyzyl?
July is the wettest month in Kyzyl, with 56 mm. March is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Kyzyl have a year?
Kyzyl has about 93 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 13.
What is the hottest month in Kyzyl?
July is the warmest month in Kyzyl, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Kyzyl?
January is the coldest month in Kyzyl, with an average low of -33°C.
What is the record high temperature in Kyzyl?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Kyzyl station is 41°C, set on July 15, 2004. The record low is -48°C, on January 5, 1977.
What is the sunniest month in Kyzyl?
October is the sunniest month in Kyzyl, with estimated sunshine of 48% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Kyzyl?
The first fall freeze in Kyzyl typically comes around September 19. The last spring freeze is around May 16.
What is the best time to visit Kyzyl?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.