Climate Overview
The climate in Ağrı is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 794mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 122mm of rainfall. Ağrı is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Ağrı experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ağrı has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ağrı is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 794mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 122mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 27mm. That's 96mm 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. Ağrı receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 283cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 62cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ağrı is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Ağrı, which began on June 21, 2026. Ağrı 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -4 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 193mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -5 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 125mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Expect around 33cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Expect around 154cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ağrı is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 64mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -14°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ağrı 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.