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Shymbulak ski resort

Asia

Shymbulak

Status unconfirmed

Best months to book: April, March, February · 30-yr snow record

Status unconfirmed

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Nov 13

today

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

7cm

Past 10 Days

14cm

7-Day Forecast

3cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Nov 13, 2:09 PM•Weather at base: 2,260m
SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Status unconfirmed

Shymbulak is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: April, March, February.NovDecJan3Feb2Mar1AprMay

Best months to book

  1. #1April79cm avg
  2. #2March56cm avg
  3. #3February41cm avg

Ranked on 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

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Depth

Resort closed — no current ski-base depth.

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Recent

In the past week, there has been a total of 10cm of snowfall.

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Forecast

3cm in the next 7 days.

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Historic

Season-to-date snow accumulation is at 55cm, which is 92% of the 5-year average of 59cm.

Status unconfirmed · Data updated Fri, Nov 13, 02:09 PM UTC · informational only

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Nov 13, 02:09 PM UTC

Terrain

Status unconfirmed

25 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Ops signals

  • ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable

Snow Summary

Updated Nov 13 at 2:09 PM

55cm
SeasonModeled
14cm
Past 10 days48H 7cm · 24H 0cm
0cm
Today
3cm
Next 6 days
Days 8–14 · Pro
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7
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Freezing line
Snow qualityLight· bestAverage· okayHeavy· wet, skis heavy

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No measurement at mid height (2,730m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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About Shymbulak

Shymbulak is a ski resort located in the picturesque Trans-Ili Alatau mountains near Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering over 20 kilometers of ski runs at altitudes ranging from 2,260 to 3,200 meters. The resort features modern lift infrastructure, a variety of slopes for all skill levels, and panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Shymbulak is known for its long ski season, snow parks, night skiing, and amenities such as hotels, restaurants, and equipment rentals, making it a prominent winter sports destination in Central Asia.

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Frequently asked questions about Shymbulak

Where is Shymbulak?
Shymbulak is a ski resort in Kazakhstan.
How high is Shymbulak?
Shymbulak runs from a base elevation of 2,260 m (7,415 ft) to a summit of 3,200 m (10,499 ft), giving a vertical drop of 940 m (3,084 ft).
How big is Shymbulak?
Shymbulak has 99 acres (40 hectares) of skiable terrain, 25 marked runs and 8 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Shymbulak?
Shymbulak is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
How much snow does Shymbulak get in a typical season?
Shymbulak averages 59 inches / 150 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.