Climate overview of Azerbaijan
The maximum annual precipitation is between 1600 mm (63 in) to 1800 mm (71 in) in Lankaran and the minimum in Absheron is 200 mm (7.9 in) to 350 mm (14 in). As you can see this makes the climate in Azerbaijan very varied.
What is the best time to visit Azerbaijan? Due to the risk of extreme weather, both in summer and winter, spring and autumn is the best travel period. If you travel to the coast, for example to the capital Baku, then summer is also a nice option. The average maximum temperature on the coastal areas is around 30°C (86°F) during summer. Due to the lower relative humidity, it can be very pleasant.
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Baku | 9°C (48°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 4°C (39°F) – 24°C (75°F) | 274 mm (11 in) | 2,205 hours |
| Sheki | 3°C (37°F) – 28°C (82°F) | -5°C (23°F) – 18°C (64°F) | 663 mm (26 in) | — |
| Qabala | 1°C (34°F) – 25°C (77°F) | -7°C (19°F) – 15°C (59°F) | 779 mm (31 in) | — |
| Ganja | 6°C (43°F) – 30°C (86°F) | -3°C (27°F) – 20°C (68°F) | 764 mm (30 in) | — |
| Lankaran | 9°C (48°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 4°C (39°F) – 24°C (75°F) | 1245 mm (49 in) | — |
| Shahdag | -2°C (28°F) – 21°C (70°F) | -10°C (14°F) – 11°C (52°F) | 1070 mm (42 in) | — |
FAQ
What is the best time to visit Azerbaijan?
The warmest month in Shamakhi is July, with daytime highs of 30°C (86°F). Baku is the sunniest destination, with 314 hours of sunshine in July. Azerbaijan has a distinct dry season from March to January. Explore Azerbaijan weather by month for a detailed breakdown.
What temperatures can I expect in Azerbaijan?
Shamakhi is the warmest destination, reaching 30°C (86°F) in July with nights around 0°C (32°F). Shahdag is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just -2°C (28°F) and nights dropping to -10°C (14°F). Temperatures vary significantly between regions and seasons. See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Azerbaijan get?
Rainfall varies across Azerbaijan. Lankaran is the wettest, receiving 1245 mm (49 in) per year, with October the wettest month at 201 mm (7.9 in). Baku is the driest at 274 mm (11 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Azerbaijan?
Baku is the sunniest destination in Azerbaijan, enjoying 2,205 hours of sunshine per year, with July the brightest month at 314 hours. Overall, Azerbaijan enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Azerbaijan?
Baku has warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in August and cold winters dropping to 9°C (48°F), with 2,205 hours of sunshine and 274 mm (11 in) of rain per year. Sheki has warm summers reaching 28°C (82°F) in July and cold winters dropping to 3°C (37°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 663 mm (26 in) of rain per year. Qabala has warm summers reaching 25°C (77°F) in July and very cold winters dropping to 1°C (34°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 779 mm (31 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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