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Shymbulak Resort Guide
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Best months to book: April, March, February · 30-yr snow record
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Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Nov 13
todayPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
7cm
Past 10 Days
14cm
7-Day Forecast
4cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
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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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Shymbulak
Lifts
8
Skiable area
99 ac
Longest run
8 km / 5 mi
Resort Info
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Bar 3200 – Perched at the highest lift station, Bar 3200 is renowned for its panoramic mountain views, cozy alpine ambiance, and vibrant après-ski scene, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and music after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Nov 13, 04:07 PM UTC
55cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-8%
vs 5-Year Avg
59cm avg by now
-44%
vs 30-Year Avg
97cm avg by now
59cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 54.5 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~54.3 cm. That's 8% below the 5-year average (59 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 44% below the 30-year average (97 cm).
Shymbulak Season Snowfall
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Shymbulak Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 516cm with an average of 109 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 23% below this average (395cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 53cm | 11 days | 49cm | 69cm | 11cm |
| December | 37cm | 10 days | 76cm | 91cm | 8cm |
| January | 31cm | 9 days | 91cm | 103cm | 6cm |
| February | 41cm | 11 days | 105cm | 121cm | 8cm |
| March | 56cm | 13 days | 119cm | 138cm | 11cm |
| April | 79cm | 14 days | 117cm | 140cm | 13cm |
| May | 70cm | 12 days | 57cm | 99cm | 14cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
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.
