Aktobe is a small city in northwestern Kazakhstan that's experiencing a boom in industry and population. Thanks to its strategic location on the edge of the steppe and near the Russian border, Aktobe has become an important commercial and transportation center. The city is home to a number of oil refineries and other heavy industries, and its population has grown rapidly in recent years. Aktobe is also home to a large military base, and the city's streets are filled with soldiers and their families. While the city lacks the architectural and historical attractions of some other Kazakh cities, Aktobe is a lively and growing center of commerce and culture.
Average temperatures during the day in Aktobe.