Climate of Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan
Area-weighted average across Nakhchivan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nakhchivan, a subdivision of Azerbaijan, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -2.6°C / 27.3°F in January to 27.2°C / 81°F in July, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in to 42 mm / 1.7 in depending on the season (261 mm / 10.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.6°C27.3°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | 0.2°C32.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| March | 5.9°C42.6°F | 28 mm1.1″ | — |
| April | 13°C55.4°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| May | 17.9°C64.2°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.9°C73.2°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27.2°C81°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.6°C79.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 22.5°C72.5°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 14.5°C58.1°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 7.1°C44.8°F | 23 mm0.9″ | — |
| December | 1.3°C34.3°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nakhchivan?
The best months to visit Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 27.2°C / 81°F, and the driest is August with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Nakhchivan?
Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -2.6°C / 27.3°F in January to 27.2°C / 81°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 261 mm / 10.3 in, with the wettest month being May (42 mm / 1.7 in) and the driest August (7 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nakhchivan?
The hottest month in Nakhchivan is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.2°C / 81°F.
What is the coldest month in Nakhchivan?
The coldest month in Nakhchivan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -2.6°C / 27.3°F.
When does it rain most in Nakhchivan?
The wettest month in Nakhchivan is May, averaging about 42 mm / 1.7 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 7 mm / 0.3 in.