Climate of Armenia — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Armenia. Part of Western Asia, Asia.
Located in Western Asia, Asia, Armenia has a strongly continental climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from -3.6°C / 25.5°F in January to 23.4°C / 74.1°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 454 mm / 17.9 in — driest in January (22 mm / 0.9 in), wettest in May (78 mm / 3.1 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3.6°C25.5°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.9°C28.6°F | 25 mm1″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.8°C38.8°F | 35 mm1.4″ | — |
| April | 10.3°C50.5°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 15°C59°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| June | 19.5°C67.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 23.4°C74.1°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 23.2°C73.8°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 18.7°C65.7°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11.9°C53.4°F | 38 mm1.5″ | — |
| November | 5.2°C41.4°F | 32 mm1.3″ | — |
| December | -0.7°C30.7°F | 26 mm1″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Armenia?
The best months to visit Armenia for sunny, dry weather are July, August, September. The warmest month is July (23.4°C / 74.1°F average), and the driest is January (~22 mm / 0.9 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Armenia?
Armenia has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from -3.6°C / 25.5°F in January to 23.4°C / 74.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 454 mm / 17.9 in, with the wettest month being May (78 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest January (22 mm / 0.9 in). Regional variation within Armenia can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Armenia?
The hottest month in Armenia is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 23.4°C / 74.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Armenia?
The coldest month in Armenia is January, with a country-wide average temperature of -3.6°C / 25.5°F.
When does it rain most in Armenia?
The wettest month in Armenia is May, averaging about 78 mm / 3.1 in of rain. The driest is January with about 22 mm / 0.9 in.