Top cities in Uzbekistan
The Registan and its three madrasas, Tamerlane's mausoleum and the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, with the Imam al-Bukhari complex nearby.
A city of historic mosques and madrasas, with the Kalyan minaret and the Ark fortress.
A walled city (Itchan Kala) like an open-air museum.
The modern capital, with the Hazrati Imam complex, home of the Uthman Quran, and ornate metro stations.
Weather in Tashkent by month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 7° | 10° | 16° | 22° | 28° | 34° | 36° | 35° | 30° | 22° | 14° | 9° |
| Low | -1° | 0° | 5° | 10° | 14° | 18° | 20° | 18° | 13° | 8° | 4° | 0° |
| Rain (mm) | 55 | 72 | 66 | 63 | 41 | 17 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 24 | 51 | 58 |
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7° | -1° | 55 |
| Feb | 10° | 0° | 72 |
| Mar | 16° | 5° | 66 |
| Apr | 22° | 10° | 63 |
| May | 28° | 14° | 41 |
| Jun | 34° | 18° | 17 |
| Jul | 36° | 20° | 3 |
| Aug | 35° | 18° | 2 |
| Sep | 30° | 13° | 5 |
| Oct | 22° | 8° | 24 |
| Nov | 14° | 4° | 51 |
| Dec | 9° | 0° | 58 |
Source: 1991–2020 normals, in degrees Celsius.
Best time to visit Uzbekistan
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September and October) are the loveliest times, with days of 22° to 30° in Tashkent.
Summer is very hot (around 36° in July), so plan visits for the morning and evening.
Winter is cold and can bring snow (around 7° by day in January).
Before you travel
- On entry you need an onward flight ticket within 30 days; a train or bus ticket is not enough.
- The Afrosiyob high-speed train links Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, so book seats early.
- Carry cash in som, as cards are accepted only in hotels and the big cities.
- Dress modestly at mosques and mausoleums.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Saudis need a visa for Uzbekistan?
No, Saudis can enter visa-free for up to 30 days, as long as they hold an onward flight ticket within that period.
Are there direct flights to Uzbekistan?
Yes, from Jeddah to Tashkent with flynas, Uzbekistan Airways and Centrum Air, from Jeddah to Samarkand, and from Madinah to Tashkent.
Where is Imam al-Bukhari's mausoleum?
In a memorial complex near Samarkand, visited by many Muslim travellers.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; entry requirements and flight schedules change. Please check the official requirements before travel. The binding price is the one in your booking confirmation.