Climate Overview
The climate in Akhaltsikhe is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1666mm of precipitation falls per year. Akhaltsikhe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Akhaltsikhe 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 -9°C. Akhaltsikhe experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Akhaltsikhe 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 24°C with a mean of 18°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Akhaltsikhe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1666mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 139mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 246mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 75mm. That's 171mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Akhaltsikhe receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 385cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 83cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Akhaltsikhe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Akhaltsikhe, which began on September 23, 2026. Akhaltsikhe 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -9°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 543mm across the season with a monthly average of 181mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 511mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 348mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Expect around 46cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -9 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 265mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Expect around 224cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Akhaltsikhe 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.
