Climate Insights for Baku

Azerbaijan

Hottest
August
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
February
4°C low40°F low
Wettest
November
37 mm rain1.5 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Baku is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 248 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 37 mm of rainfall. Baku 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 4°C. Light snow can occur between January and February.The climate in Baku is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 9.8 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 1.5 in of rainfall. Baku 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 40°F. Light snow can occur between January and February.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 46°FAverage: 44°FMin: 41°FFebMax: 46°FAverage: 43°FMin: 40°FMarMax: 50°FAverage: 47°FMin: 44°FAprMax: 58°FAverage: 55°FMin: 51°FMayMax: 68°FAverage: 64°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FAugMax: 84°FAverage: 80°FMin: 76°FSepMax: 76°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 67°FAverage: 64°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 57°FAverage: 55°FMin: 52°FDecMax: 50°FAverage: 48°FMin: 45°F
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Temperatures in Baku vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Baku vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 43°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 3mmFebPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 4mmMarPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 22mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 1mm
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Snow
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Baku is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 248 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 37 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3 mm. That's 34 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 8cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Baku is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 1.5 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 1.3 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and February, totalling around 3in annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 23km/hFebWind Speed: 23km/hMarWind Speed: 22km/hAprWind Speed: 21km/hMayWind Speed: 20km/hJunWind Speed: 20km/hJulWind Speed: 22km/hAugWind Speed: 19km/hSepWind Speed: 20km/hOctWind Speed: 21km/hNovWind Speed: 22km/hDecWind Speed: 21km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 14mphAprWind Speed: 13mphMayWind Speed: 13mphJunWind Speed: 12mphJulWind Speed: 13mphAugWind Speed: 12mphSepWind Speed: 13mphOctWind Speed: 13mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 13mph
Wind Speed

Baku is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 21km/h in autumn.Baku is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan6°44°F
Feb6°43°F
Mar8°47°F
Apr13°55°F
May18°64°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul26°79°F
Aug27°80°F
Sep23°73°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov13°55°F
Dec9°48°F

The best time to visit Baku is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Baku is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 84°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baku 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baku based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
5 °C41 °F
8 °C46 °F
23 km/h14 mph
22 mm0.9 in
3 cm1 in
Feb
4 °C40 °F
8 °C46 °F
23 km/h14 mph
20 mm0.8 in
4 cm1 in
Mar
7 °C44 °F
10 °C50 °F
22 km/h14 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
11 °C51 °F
15 °C58 °F
21 km/h13 mph
19 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
20 °C68 °F
20 km/h13 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
25 °C78 °F
20 km/h12 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C76 °F
28 °C83 °F
22 km/h13 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
25 °C76 °F
29 °C84 °F
19 km/h12 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C69 °F
24 °C76 °F
20 km/h13 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
19 °C67 °F
21 km/h13 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C52 °F
14 °C57 °F
22 km/h14 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
7 °C45 °F
10 °C50 °F
21 km/h13 mph
36 mm1.4 in
1 cm0 in