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Ardahan Climate by Month

The temperature in Ardahan can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Ardahan. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -3°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -14°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Ardahan has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 955 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, May receives high rainfall, averaging 139 mm of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, January brings less snowfall, with 50 mm over 10 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ardahan. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kars, Turkey (65 KM, 40 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kars, Turkey (65 KM, 40 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Ardahan in Turkey

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is winter in Ardahan?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Ardahan?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Ardahan?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Ardahan?
    May tops the wettest month list with 139 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Ardahan?
    January is the driest month with 50 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Ardahan?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 316 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Ardahan

    Thu   Dec 12
    -1°C | -12°C
    W 4 km/h
    4.1 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Fri   Dec 13
    -4°C | -9°C
    W 7 km/h
    32 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Sat   Dec 14
    -8°C | -20°C
    W 7 km/h
    17 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow