Kazakhstan Weather: Rain, Thunderstorms, and Heat Expected on July 1

Kazakhstan is set for a day of contrasting weather on Wednesday, July 1, according to Kazhydromet's forecast. Much of the country's northern, western, and eastern regions will be hit by rain and thunderstorms. Some of these areas could also experience hail and strong winds.

Meanwhile, the southern and southeastern parts of Kazakhstan will continue to bake under hot weather, with temperatures expected to climb as high as 35°C. The forecast details specific conditions for major cities across the nation.

Astana will see variable cloudiness with intermittent rain and thunderstorms, along with hail and squalls. Winds will shift from southeastern to southwestern at 9-14 m/s, gusting to 15-20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will be 14-16°C, and daytime highs will reach 26-28°C.

Almaty faces similar conditions with variable cloudiness, intermittent rain, thunderstorms, and hail, especially heavy overnight. Southwestern winds will blow at 3-8 m/s, gusting to 15-20 m/s at times. Nighttime temperatures are forecast between 20-22°C, with daytime highs of 27-29°C.

In Shymkent, variable cloudiness is expected with no precipitation. Southwestern winds will be at 8-13 m/s, gusting to 15-20 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will range from 18-20°C, climbing to 32-34°C during the day. Turkestan will experience brief showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon, with similar wind conditions and nighttime temperatures of 20-22°C, reaching highs of 33-35°C.