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Weather & Climate in Kara-Bak, Kyrgyzstan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kara-Bak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 47.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,690 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,690 ft (820 m) |
| Area | 3,135.9 sq mi (8,122.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1617°N, 70.8196°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Bishkek |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
388 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| Jul 19, 2011 | 16 km NNE of Aydarken, Kyrgyzstan | M6.1 | 51 km | 20 km |
| May 3, 2017 | 29 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M6.0 | 91 km | 11 km |
| Jan 8, 2007 | 23 km WSW of Vorukh, Tajikistan | M6.0 | 59 km | 16 km |
| Mar 22, 2023 | 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan | M5.8 | 117 km | 12 km |
| Apr 13, 2025 | 42 km ESE of Rasht, Tajikistan | M5.8 | 140 km | 8 km |
| May 5, 2017 | 28 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.8 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jul 6, 2006 | 29 km ESE of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.8 | 145 km | 7 km |
| Jul 10, 2021 | 20 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan | M5.7 | 140 km | 12 km |
| Oct 8, 1995 | 9 km SE of Uchq?rghon Shahri, Uzbekistan | M5.7 | 150 km | 15 km |
| Sep 5, 2002 | 29 km SE of Shohimardon, Uzbekistan | M5.5 | 110 km | 32 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 7 km S of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2020 | 47 km E of Rasht, Tajikistan | M5.4 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Nov 3, 1990 | 24 km SSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.4 | 136 km | 51 km |
| Feb 20, 1995 | 35 km WSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.3 | 114 km | 26 km |
| Apr 26, 1991 | 53 km WSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 132 km | 45 km |
| May 1, 1994 | 14 km SE of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 134 km | 33 km |
| Mar 22, 2024 | 30 km ENE of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 129 km | 3 km |
| Jan 31, 2007 | 27 km W of Vorukh, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Jul 21, 2007 | 14 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Aug 20, 2010 | 26 km ENE of Karakenja, Tajikistan | M5.2 | 127 km | 13 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 0.4 in |
Kara-Bak has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 24°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.2") and August the driest (0.2").