In Almaty and the Almaty region, spring 2026 is expected to be moderately warm, with alternating warm spells and brief cold spells, and increased precipitation in the first half of the season. This forecast was announced by Daulet Kisebayev, Head of the Meteorological Forecasting Department of the Kazhydromet branch for Almaty and the Almaty region, at a press conference of the Regional Communications Service dedicated to the service's preparedness for the spring flood season.

According to the speaker, weather conditions will be consistent with a typical transitional season. In March, the average temperature in the region is expected to be close to normal, with temperatures in the northwest Almaty region expected to be one degree above normal. In April, temperatures in most of the region are also expected to be one degree above normal, while in the foothills and mountainous areas, they will remain within normal limits. In May, temperatures will stabilize and be within normal limits throughout the region.

"Spring is traditionally characterized by unstable weather, and 2026 will be no exception. We expect alternating warm and cool periods, without any sudden or abnormal changes. These are normal spring conditions, for which city services are well prepared," noted Daulet Kisebayev.

A separate forecast for Almaty was presented. Significant temperature fluctuations are possible in March: in the first ten days, nighttime temperatures could drop to -5 to -10 degrees Celsius, while daytime temperatures will rise to +23 degrees Celsius in the second ten days, with brief cold spells likely at the end of the month. In April and May, average temperatures will gradually increase and remain within the climatic norm.

Regarding precipitation, above-normal amounts are expected in Almaty in March and April. In March, with the average climatic level of 72 mm, rain and snow are expected to be fairly frequent, especially in the first and third ten-day periods of the month. In April, with the average 112 mm, increased precipitation is also expected, while in May, precipitation will be in line with the long-term average of approximately 99 mm.

"It's important to understand that April and May are traditionally the wettest months in Almaty. Increased precipitation during this period is not an emergency, but rather a characteristic of the region's climate. This forecast is advisory in nature and will be updated as new data becomes available," emphasized Daulet Kisebayev.

Overall, forecasters predict that spring 2026 in Almaty and the surrounding region will be calm and normal, with no extreme weather events. The forecasted conditions allow city and emergency services to conduct planned preventative and preparatory measures.