Climate Insights for Nakhchivan

Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Azerbaijan

Hottest
August
33°C peak91°F peak
Coldest
January
-5°C low22°F low
Wettest
March
56 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Nakhchivan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 317 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 56 mm of rainfall. Nakhchivan 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 72cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Nakhchivan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 12.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Nakhchivan 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 22°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 28in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 3°Average: -2°Min: -5°FebMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -3°MarMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°AprMax: 18°Average: 13°Min: 7°MayMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 12°JunMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 17°JulMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 20°AugMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 19°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°OctMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 8°NovMax: 12°Average: 7°Min: 2°DecMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -2°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°FAverage: 29°FMin: 22°FFebMax: 43°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FMarMax: 54°FAverage: 45°FMin: 36°FAprMax: 65°FAverage: 55°FMin: 45°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FJunMax: 86°FAverage: 74°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 67°FAugMax: 91°FAverage: 78°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 68°FAverage: 57°FMin: 46°FNovMax: 54°FAverage: 44°FMin: 36°FDecMax: 42°FAverage: 34°FMin: 28°F
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Nakhchivan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Nakhchivan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 69°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 22°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 16mmMarPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 14mmAprPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 4mmMayPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 13mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 8inFebPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 6inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 5in
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Nakhchivan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 317 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 56 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5 mm. That's 52 mm less than March, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 72cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.Nakhchivan is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 2 in less than March, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 28in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 8in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Nakhchivan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Nakhchivan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 3mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb1°35°F
Mar7°45°F
Apr13°55°F
May18°64°F
Jun23°74°F
Jul26°79°F
Aug26°78°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct14°57°F
Nov7°44°F
Dec1°34°F

The best time to visit Nakhchivan is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Nakhchivan is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 91°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 22°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 Nakhchivan 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 Nakhchivan 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 °C22 °F
3 °C37 °F
4 km/h3 mph
31 mm1.2 in
20 cm8 in
Feb
-3 °C27 °F
6 °C43 °F
5 km/h3 mph
30 mm1.2 in
16 cm6 in
Mar
2 °C36 °F
12 °C54 °F
6 km/h4 mph
56 mm2.2 in
14 cm6 in
Apr
7 °C45 °F
18 °C65 °F
7 km/h4 mph
48 mm1.9 in
4 cm2 in
May
12 °C53 °F
23 °C74 °F
7 km/h4 mph
47 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
14 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C67 °F
33 °C91 °F
9 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
33 °C91 °F
9 km/h6 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C46 °F
20 °C68 °F
5 km/h3 mph
18 mm0.7 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
2 °C36 °F
12 °C54 °F
4 km/h3 mph
21 mm0.8 in
2 cm1 in
Dec
-2 °C28 °F
5 °C42 °F
4 km/h2 mph
31 mm1.2 in
13 cm5 in