Climate Overview
The climate in Ardanuç is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1913mm of precipitation falls per year. Ardanuç receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ardanuç 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 -7°C. Ardanuç experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ardanuç vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ardanuç is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1913mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 159mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 219mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 103mm. That's 116mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Ardanuç receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 505cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 128cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ardanuç is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Ardanuç, which began on June 21, 2026. Ardanuç 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 -7°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 508mm across the season with a monthly average of 169mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 564mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 440mm across the season with a monthly average of 147mm. Expect around 66cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -7 to 3°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 402mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Expect around 323cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Ardanuç 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.