Best time to visit: The best time to visit Turkmenistan is generally in spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October), when temperatures are milder and more comfortable for sightseeing in cities and desert regions. Summers (June–August) can be extremely hot, especially in the Karakum Desert, while winters (December–February) can be cold, with occasional snow and icy conditions, particularly in the north and higher elevations.. Longer daylight hours during this period help travelers recover from jetlag more quickly, as natural light is the strongest zeitgeber (time cue) for resetting your circadian rhythm.