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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Dilijan.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dilijan - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Dilijan can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -1°C (30°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in August to around -9°C (16°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Dilijan is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1030 mm (41 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, May it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 166 mm (6.5 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 37 mm (1.5 in) over 10 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Dilijan Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Dilijan. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.8 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dilijan.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 81%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 47%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Dilijan. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Dilijan has a distinct dry season from December to January, with warm summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -1°C (30°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -9°C (16°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1030 mm (41 in). May is the wettest month with 166 mm (6.5 in), while January is the driest with 37 mm (1.5 in).
Dilijan receives around 2,621 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 353 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 89 hours. Overall, Dilijan enjoys abundant sunshine.
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