Climate Insights for Van

İpekyolu, Turkey

Hottest
August
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
January
-9°C low15°F low
Wettest
March
69 mm rain2.7 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Van is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 420 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 69 mm of rainfall. Van 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. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 157cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Van is cool. The average annual temperature is 49°F and approximately 16.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 2.7 in of rainfall. Van 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 15°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 62in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 0°Average: -5°Min: -9°FebMax: 2°Average: -3°Min: -8°MarMax: 7°Average: 3°Min: -2°AprMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°MayMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 7°JunMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 12°JulMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 16°AugMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°SepMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 11°OctMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 6°NovMax: 9°Average: 5°Min: 0°DecMax: 3°Average: -1°Min: -5°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°FAverage: 24°FMin: 15°FFebMax: 35°FAverage: 27°FMin: 18°FMarMax: 44°FAverage: 37°FMin: 29°FAprMax: 55°FAverage: 46°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 52°FOctMax: 62°FAverage: 52°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 49°FAverage: 40°FMin: 33°FDecMax: 37°FAverage: 30°FMin: 23°F
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Van has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°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 September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Van has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 69°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 24°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 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 41mmFebPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 30mmMarPrecipitation: 69mmSnow: 37mmAprPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 10mmMayPrecipitation: 65mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 9mmDecPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 29mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 16inFebPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 12inMarPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 15inAprPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 4inMayPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 3inDecPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 11in
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Snow (in)

Van is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 420 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 69 mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6 mm. That's 63 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 157cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 41cm.Van is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 2.7 in of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 2.5 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 62in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 16in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Van 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 July, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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.Van 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 July, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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

Jan-5°24°F
Feb-3°27°F
Mar3°37°F
Apr8°46°F
May13°55°F
Jun19°66°F
Jul23°73°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep18°65°F
Oct11°52°F
Nov5°40°F
Dec-1°30°F

The best time to visit Van is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -9°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Van is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 15°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 Van 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 Van 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
-9 °C15 °F
0 °C32 °F
6 km/h4 mph
45 mm1.8 in
41 cm16 in
Feb
-8 °C18 °F
2 °C35 °F
7 km/h4 mph
36 mm1.4 in
30 cm12 in
Mar
-2 °C29 °F
7 °C44 °F
7 km/h4 mph
69 mm2.7 in
37 cm15 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
8 km/h5 mph
58 mm2.3 in
10 cm4 in
May
7 °C44 °F
17 °C63 °F
8 km/h5 mph
65 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
28 °C83 °F
8 km/h5 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
11 °C52 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h5 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
17 °C62 °F
7 km/h4 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C33 °F
9 °C49 °F
6 km/h4 mph
33 mm1.3 in
9 cm3 in
Dec
-5 °C23 °F
3 °C37 °F
6 km/h4 mph
42 mm1.6 in
29 cm11 in