Weather in Tashkent

About Tashkent

Tashkent's Soviet-era boulevards and metro stations mix with modern shopping centres creating a capital city in transition. The Chorsu Bazaar maintains traditional spice and textile trading; the metro features ornate station mosaics. The city serves as Central Asia's gateway; most visitors spend a night en route to Samarkand or Bukhara.

Country

Uzbekistan

Best months to visit

May, June, August, September, October

Currency

UZS

Language

Uzbek, Russian, English

Things to do in Tashkent

Exploring the Chorsu Bazaar for spices, silks, and traditional crafts Riding the Tashkent Metro for its mosaic and tile decorations on station walls Visiting the State Museum of Arts and Museum of Uzbek Arts Shopping the Tchorsuu Market for fresh produce, nuts, and local cheese Eating plov and samosas at traditional tea houses in Old Tashkent Day tripping to Chimgan Mountains (40 km) for trekking and chair lifts

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

Cold, with occasional showers.

February

Cold, with occasional showers.

March

16C

Cool, with some rainy days.

April

21C

Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.

Recommended

May

28C

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.

Recommended

June

34C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

July

37C

Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

August

35C

Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

September

29C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

October

20C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

November

12C

Cool, with occasional showers.

December

Cold, with occasional showers.

Tashkent is Uzbekistan's modern, leafy capital, a city of Soviet-era grand avenues, an ornately decorated metro system, and a growing number of stylish cafes and restaurants. It lacks the medieval monuments of Samarkand or Bukhara, but its museums, bazaars and metro stations (some of the most beautiful in the world) make it worth more than just a transit stop.

Best areas to stay in Tashkent

Old City (Chorsu)

Home to Chorsu Bazaar and some of Tashkent's older mosques and madrasas, a contrast to the modern centre.

Amir Timur Square / city centre

The modern heart of the city, with hotels, restaurants and access to the metro network.

Tashkent City

A newer development of parks, malls and high-rises showcasing the capital's modern ambitions.

Mirzo Ulugbek district

A leafy residential area near the university, with a more local feel and good cafes.

Getting to Tashkent

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Flights

Tashkent International Airport has direct flights from London and other major European hubs.

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From London

~6-7 hours direct from London.

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Getting around

The Tashkent Metro is cheap, efficient and an attraction in its own right; taxis and ride-hailing apps are also widely used.

Frequently asked questions

Is Tashkent worth visiting or just a gateway?

It's worth a day or two — the ornate Soviet-era metro stations alone are a unique sight, alongside the State Museum of History and Chorsu Bazaar.

Can I photograph the Tashkent Metro?

Yes — photography restrictions were lifted in recent years, and several stations feature elaborate mosaics, chandeliers and themed decor.

When is the best time to visit Tashkent?

April-May and September-October offer the most comfortable temperatures; summers are hot and dry.

What is Chorsu Bazaar?

A large traditional market under a distinctive blue dome, selling everything from spices and bread to household goods.

How do I get from Tashkent to Samarkand or Bukhara?

The high-speed Afrosiyob train connects Tashkent to Samarkand (2 hours) and Bukhara (3.5 hours), and is the most comfortable option.

Traveler reviews

★★★★☆

Spent an afternoon just riding the metro and getting off to photograph stations — some of them are like underground palaces. Chorsu Bazaar's dome is a great photo stop too.

Pavel R. · May 2024

★★★★☆

A good, comfortable introduction to Uzbekistan before heading on to Samarkand by train. More green space and modern cafes than I expected.

Megan W. · September 2023

★★★★☆

Tashkent City's parks were a pleasant surprise, and the contrast with the older Chorsu district gives a good sense of the country's changes over the decades.

Bekzod A. · April 2024