Climate Insights for Istaravshan
Istaravshan District, Sughd Region, Tajikistan
Climate Overview
The climate in Istaravshan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 596 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 115 mm of rainfall. Istaravshan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 105cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Istaravshan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 23.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 4.5 in of rainfall. Istaravshan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 28°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 42in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Istaravshan vary considerably across the year, with a 35°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Istaravshan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 64°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 34°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Istaravshan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 596 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 50 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 115 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 7 mm. That's 108 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 105cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.Istaravshan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 23.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 4.5 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.3 in. That's 4.3 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 42in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 11in.
Wind
Istaravshan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Istaravshan is mildly breezy, 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 June, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Istaravshan is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 26 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Istaravshan is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 92°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 28°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 Istaravshan 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 Istaravshan 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.