Climate Overview
The climate in Shaki is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 997mm of precipitation falls per year. Shaki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shaki is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -13°C. Shaki experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shaki vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -13°C and the daily average is -9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shaki is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 997mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 151mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 37mm. That's 115mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Shaki receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 218cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 57cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shaki is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Shaki, which began on March 20, 2026. Shaki is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -6 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 319mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 373mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -6 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 183mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Expect around 33cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -13 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Expect around 89cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Shaki based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
