Rain and intense heat: Kazakhstan's weather forecast for August 12

Kazakhstan is set for a day of contrasting weather on August 12, with a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and intense heat across its diverse regions.

In the Akmola Region, residents can expect rain and thunderstorms in the east during the night and morning, accompanied by fog in the west and north. Winds will gust up to 20 meters per second. Daytime temperatures will reach up to 29°C, while nighttime temperatures will hover between 8°C and 13°C.

The Almaty Region anticipates brief rain and thunderstorms in mountainous areas, with strong winds gusting up to 20 meters per second. Intense heat is forecast for the day, with temperatures soaring to 33°C-38°C, potentially reaching 41°C in the north. Mountainous areas will remain cooler, with daytime temperatures around 20°C-25°C.

Similar conditions are expected in the Zhetysu Region, with rain, thunderstorms, and hail in mountainous areas during the day. High temperatures of 34°C-39°C are forecast, with the north and east reaching up to 41°C. The Turkestan Region will also experience brief rain and thunderstorms in mountainous areas, coupled with intense heat reaching 38°C-43°C.

Other regions will see varying conditions. West Kazakhstan and Kostanay regions are expected to have no precipitation, with daytime temperatures reaching 30°C-35°C and 8°C-13°C respectively. Atyrau and Mangystau regions will experience light rain and thunderstorms, with daytime temperatures ranging from 31°C to 36°C, and up to 40°C in southern Mangystau. Aktobe Region faces rain, thunderstorms, hail, and squalls in its western and central parts, with daytime temperatures between 27°C and 32°C, potentially reaching 35°C.