Residents of Astana and Almaty warned of extreme heat

Astana and Almaty residents are being warned of a significant heatwave and severe weather conditions expected over the coming days. The national weather service has issued forecasts detailing extreme temperatures, strong winds, and thunderstorms.

In Astana, variable cloudiness will persist, with short-term rain and thunderstorms accompanied by squalls anticipated. Daytime winds are expected to increase significantly, reaching 9-14 m/s with gusts of 15-18 m/s. Temperatures will climb steadily, starting at 30-32°C on July 8 and escalating to an intense 35-37°C by July 10. Nighttime temperatures will hover around 17-20°C.

Almaty faces a similar forecast, with variable cloudiness and short-term rain and thunderstorms expected on July 8. Winds will shift from westerly to easterly, with daytime gusts reaching 15 m/s. Daytime temperatures will range from 31-33°C on July 8, rising to an intense 33-35°C by July 10, with nighttime temperatures between 19-22°C. No precipitation is forecast for Almaty on July 10.