Termez weather by month

Termez lies in the far south of Uzbekistan, on the Amu Darya, at about 300 metres above sea level. It is the southernmost city of the country and sits in a low basin open to the deserts of northern Afghanistan, while the mountains of the Pamir-Alay shelter it from the north. The result is a subtropical desert climate: very hot, dry summers, short and mild winters, and a little rain in winter and spring.

Termez regularly records the highest temperatures in Uzbekistan; extremes close to 50 °C have been reported. The table shows approximate long-term averages. Individual years vary.

Spring arrives early in Termez. By March, the fields and orchards along the Amu Darya are green, almond and apricot trees blossom, and days are mild; this is also the wettest month, though rain usually comes in short showers. The festival of Navruz on 21 March is celebrated across the region. April is excellent for sightseeing, with warm days and cool evenings. By May, midday temperatures already exceed 30 °C, so plan visits to the open-air Buddhist sites such as Fayaz Tepa and Kara Tepa for the morning.

Summer in Termez is fierce. From June to August, afternoon temperatures commonly reach 38–42 °C, and heatwaves push them higher. Nights stay warm. There is practically no rain. A hot, dusty wind from the south-west, known locally as the afghanets, can blow for days, filling the air with fine dust and reducing visibility.

If you travel in summer, sightsee from early morning until about 11:00, rest in an air-conditioned hotel or museum (the Archaeological Museum is a good choice), and go out again in the late afternoon. Drink plenty of water and protect yourself from the sun.

September is still hot, but by October the weather becomes very pleasant: warm, sunny days, cool nights and clear skies, ideal for exploring the ruins and shrines. It is also the season of the cotton and pomegranate harvests. November is mild and quiet, with crisp mornings, and one of the best months for a visit, when the rest of Uzbekistan is already turning cold.

Winter in Termez is short and mild compared with the rest of the country. Days are often around 10 °C or more, with sunshine between periods of cloud and rain. Nights can drop to freezing, and frost is possible, but snow is rare and does not last. Winter is a good time to visit if you combine Termez with the south, for example the mountains of Boysun, where it will be much colder.

March–April and October–November are the best months, with comfortable temperatures for walking around the archaeological sites, many of which have no shade. February and December are also possible for travellers who do not mind cooler days. June to August is best avoided unless you are prepared for extreme heat.

If your trip includes both Termez and the north of Uzbekistan, remember the difference: in late autumn Termez can be 10 °C warmer than Khiva or Tashkent.

Spring and autumn: light clothes for the day, a warm layer for the evening, comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.

Summer: light, loose, long-sleeved clothing (also respectful at shrines), a wide hat, a scarf against dust, high-factor sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.

Winter: a warm jacket, layers and a light waterproof.

Women should bring a scarf for shrines such as al-Hakim at-Termizi and Sultan Saodat. See things to do in Termez and how to get to Termez.