Glaciers in the Kumalak River Basin have been melting, leading to increased runoff in the area. A study found that both glacier melt and increased rainfall have contributed to this runoff increase from 1971 to 2010. Despite covering only a small portion of the basin, glaciers played a significant role in the total runoff. The warmer and wetter climate during this period led to more rainfall and glacier melt, which were the main reasons for the increased runoff. Snowmelt had a minor impact on the runoff increase. This research is important for managing water resources in arid regions with glaciers.