Weather by month for Ganja, the best months to go and how Azerbaijan's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Apr, May, Sep
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 18°C to 26°C · 7–11 rain days
Jun, Aug, Oct
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 19°C to 32°C · 4–9 rain days
Jan, Feb, Dec
The weakest weather of the year: too hot, too cold or too wet.
Highs 7°C to 9°C · 4–6 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / -1°C | 4 days (14 mm) | 7.4 h/day | 3.5/10 |
| February | 9°C / 1°C | 6 days (22 mm) | 7.7 h/day | 3.6/10 |
| March | 12°C / 4°C | 9 days (38 mm) | 8.4 h/day | 4.5/10 |
| Best month: April | 18°C / 8°C | 8 days (42 mm) | 10.1 h/day | 7.9/10 |
| Best month: May | 23°C / 13°C | 11 days (54 mm) | 11.4 h/day | 7.6/10 |
| June | 30°C / 18°C | 8 days (42 mm) | 12.7 h/day | 6.5/10 |
| July | 32°C / 21°C | 6 days (38 mm) | 12.8 h/day | 5.9/10 |
| August | 32°C / 20°C | 4 days (23 mm) | 12.0 h/day | 6.2/10 |
| Best month: September | 26°C / 16°C | 7 days (30 mm) | 10.3 h/day | 7.9/10 |
| October | 19°C / 11°C | 9 days (42 mm) | 8.4 h/day | 7.4/10 |
| November | 13°C / 5°C | 5 days (19 mm) | 7.3 h/day | 5.1/10 |
| December | 8°C / 1°C | 4 days (16 mm) | 6.6 h/day | 3.4/10 |
Figures for Ganja; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
7°C / -1°C · 4 rain days · 7.4 h sun
Ganja sits cold in January, with highs around 7°C and lows dipping to -1°C. Rain is light, just 3.7 days and 14mm, but sun hours are low at 7.4. Scores rank this among the lowest of the year, reflecting the chill and gray skies rather than heavy storms.
9°C / 1°C · 6 rain days · 7.7 h sun
February stays cold, with highs near 9°C and lows just above freezing. Rain days rise slightly to 5.6, totaling 22mm. Scores remain low this month, similar to January, as winter cold lingers with limited sunshine at 7.7 hours.
12°C / 4°C · 9 rain days · 8.4 h sun
March brings a clear shift, with highs reaching 12°C and lows climbing to 3.5°C. Rain days jump to 8.7, the wettest stretch beginning, with 38mm of rainfall. Scores improve to a middling level, marking the start of spring transition.
18°C / 8°C · 8 rain days · 10.1 h sun
April is one of the best months, with highs of 18°C and lows around 8°C. Rain is still common at 8 days and 42mm, but sun hours climb to 10.1. Scores peak here, making it a strong choice for comfortable temperatures.
23°C / 13°C · 11 rain days · 11.4 h sun
May keeps the momentum, with highs near 23°C and lows of 13°C. Rain days peak at 10.5, the wettest month, bringing 54mm. Despite the rain, scores remain among the highest of the year thanks to warm, sunny days averaging 11.4 hours.
30°C / 18°C · 8 rain days · 12.7 h sun
June turns hot, with highs of nearly 30°C and lows around 18°C. Rain eases to 8.1 days and 42mm, while sun hours rise to 12.7. Scores stay good, reflecting strong summer weather with less rain than spring.
32°C / 21°C · 6 rain days · 12.8 h sun
July is the hottest month, with highs near 32°C and lows of 21°C. Rain drops further to 5.8 days and 38mm, with long sunny days averaging 12.8 hours. Scores dip slightly here, as the heat becomes more intense for some travellers.
32°C / 20°C · 4 rain days · 12.0 h sun
August stays very hot, with highs of 31.5°C and lows around 20°C. Rain is scarce, just 3.8 days and 23mm, and sun hours remain high at 12. Scores recover to a good level despite the ongoing heat.
26°C / 16°C · 7 rain days · 10.3 h sun
September is a top month, with highs cooling to 26°C and lows of 16°C. Rain increases slightly to 6.7 days and 30mm, while sun hours stay strong at 10.3. Scores reach their highest point, combining warmth with easing heat.
19°C / 11°C · 9 rain days · 8.4 h sun
October cools further, with highs near 19°C and lows of 11°C. Rain days rise to 8.9, totaling 42mm, as autumn weather sets in. Scores stay good, reflecting mild temperatures and manageable rainfall.
13°C / 5°C · 5 rain days · 7.3 h sun
November turns colder, with highs of 13°C and lows near 5°C. Rain eases to 5 days and 19mm. Scores drop to a middling level as the weather grows harsher and sunshine falls to 7.3 hours.
8°C / 1°C · 4 rain days · 6.6 h sun
December brings winter back, with highs around 8°C and lows just above freezing. Rain is light at 3.9 days and 16mm, but sun hours fall to 6.6, the lowest of the year. Scores are among the lowest, driven by cold, dim days.
By trip type
City sightseeing
May and September work well for sightseeing in cities like Ganja. May highs reach 23.4°C with 11.4 hours of sun, while September cools to 25.7°C with 10.3 hours of sun, so you avoid the harshest summer heat.
Hiking & nature
April, September and October suit hiking. April highs are 18.4°C, September 25.7°C and October 18.7°C, with moderate rain days (6.7 to 8.9), giving milder temperatures than the summer peak of 31.8°C in July.
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FAQ
Yes, August works well, with a score of 6.2 out of 10. Days in Ganja average 31.5°C with lows near 20.3°C, and rain is rare at just 3.8 days and 23mm for the month. It's hot, but dry and sunny, with 12 hours of sunshine a day.
Yes, September is one of the top months, scoring 7.9 out of 10. Highs ease to a comfortable 25.7°C and lows sit at 16.3°C, which is milder than the summer peak. Rainfall picks up slightly to 30mm over 6.7 days, but sunshine still averages 10.3 hours a day.
Yes, April is rated best, with a score of 7.9 out of 10. Daytime highs reach 18.4°C and nights stay around 8°C, giving mild, spring-like conditions. There are about 8 rain days and 42mm of rain, with sunshine rising to 10.1 hours a day.
January scores low, at 3.5 out of 10. Daytime highs reach only 6.8°C in Ganja and lows drop to -1.1°C, making it the coldest month. Sunshine is limited to 7.4 hours a day, though rainfall is light, with just 3.7 rain days and 14mm.
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