Kyzyl, Russia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Kyzyl, Russia? If you're planning to go to Kyzyl, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Kyzyl, Russia

Based on the climate and weather in Kyzyl, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Kyzyl, Russia by month

January

January in Kyzyl can be dangerously cold and very snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20+ below zero F (30+ below zero C). It snows about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Goggles for eye protection
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thermal undergarments
Fleece for under jacket
High performance gloves
Extreme cold weather gear
Snow boots
Ski jacket
Coveralls
Neck gaiter
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Insulated boots
Thick pajamas

February

February in Kyzyl can be dangerously cold and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C). It snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Goggles for eye protection
Coveralls
Insulated boots
Thick pajamas
Neck gaiter
Fleece for under jacket
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Thermal undergarments
Extreme cold weather gear
Snow boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Ski jacket
High performance gloves

March

March in Kyzyl can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It snows 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

High performance gloves
Coveralls
Extreme cold weather gear
Thick pajamas
Thermal undergarments
Goggles for eye protection
Ski jacket
Snow boots
Fleece for under jacket
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Insulated boots
Multiple layer jacket shell
Neck gaiter

April

If you are traveling to Kyzyl in April, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Rain coat
Cold weather footwear
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof luggage
Heavy jacket

May

In May, Kyzyl is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kyzyl, with several of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Socks
Long skirts
Waterproof luggage
Standard footwear
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses

June

In June, Kyzyl is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Kyzyl, with several of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Rain coat
Rain boots
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Sandals
Skirts
Dresses
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light footwear
Sunscreen lotion

July

July in Kyzyl is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Shorts or short pants
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Light footwear
Umbrella
Rain boots
Dresses
Skirts
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion

August

If you visit Kyzyl during August, you are likely to find that it is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long and short sleeve shirts
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Dresses
Sandals
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion
Rain boots
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella

September

In September, Kyzyl is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (high 10s C) range.

At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kyzyl, with several of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof luggage
Standard footwear
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Long skirts
Umbrella
Pants or jeans
Socks
Waterproof footwear

October

Traveling to Kyzyl in October, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Heavy jacket
Gloves or mittens
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Heavy socks
Sweaters
Cold weather footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof footwear

November

November in Kyzyl is beyond freezing and somewhat snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). It snows about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
High performance gloves
Extreme cold weather gear
Thermal undergarments
Ski jacket
Insulated boots
Goggles for eye protection
Multiple layer jacket shell
Neck gaiter
Fleece for under jacket
Snow boots
Coveralls
Thick pajamas

December

December in Kyzyl is unbearably cold and very snowy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10+ below zero F (20+ below zero C). It snows most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

High performance gloves
Extreme cold weather gear
Insulated boots
Coveralls
Goggles for eye protection
Fleece for under jacket
Ski jacket
Neck gaiter
If you plan to ski, other ski equipment
Snow boots
Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thick pajamas

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Kyzyl, Russia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kyzyl, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and F
A SIM card that works in Kyzyl
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
Appropriate museum wear

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