Frost and thunderstorms return: Astana and Almaty weather forecast

Astana

April 30: Partly cloudy, no precipitation. Northwesterly wind shifting to southwesterly overnight at 9–14 m/s, gusting up to 15–20 m/s; daytime wind 3–8 m/s. Nighttime temperature: -1 to -3 °C; daytime: +12 to +14 °C.

Frosts are expected overnight—dress warmly.

May 1: Partly cloudy, dry. Southwesterly wind at 5–10 m/s. Temperature: +2 to +4 °C at night, +15 to +17 °C during the day.

Warmer conditions ideal for outdoor holiday activities.

May 2: Partly cloudy, no rain. Westerly to northwesterly wind at 5–10 m/s. Night: +3 to +5 °C; Day: +17 to +19 °C.

A mild and springlike day is expected.

Almaty

April 30: Partly cloudy with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Northwesterly wind at 3–8 m/s, gusting up to 15 m/s. Temperature: +15 to +17 °C at night, +23 to +25 °C during the day.

Keep an umbrella handy—brief rain is possible, especially in the afternoon.

May 1–2: Partly cloudy with occasional showers, thunderstorms, and possible hail. Northwesterly wind shifting to northeasterly at 3–8 m/s, gusting up to 15–20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures: +13 to +15 °C; daytime: +21 to +23 °C.

Unsettled conditions will continue—stay updated with weather alerts and limit time outdoors when possible.

Previously, residents of northern Kazakhstan shared photos and videos of unusually large hailstones.