Baku weather at a glance
Hottest
July · 31°C
Coldest
January · 3°C
Wettest
November · 43 mm
Best season
May, June, September, October
When is the best time to visit Baku
Baku has a cold semi-arid climate. In summer (Jun–Aug) the average high is around 30°C, while in winter (Dec–Feb) it sits near 9°C by day and 4°C at night. The hottest month is July (31°C) and the coldest is January (3°C).
The best time to visit is May, June, September, October, when conditions are most comfortable for sightseeing and walking around. January, July, August can be less comfortable — keep that in mind when planning.
Baku temperatures & rainfall by month
Long-term monthly averages (climate normals).
| Month | High | Low | Daily range | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8° | 3° | 31 mm | |
| Feb | 8° | 3° | 29 mm | |
| Mar | 11° | 5° | 20 mm | |
| Apr | 17° | 9° | 17 mm | |
| May | 23° | 15° | 16 mm | |
| Jun● | 28° | 20° | 9 mm | |
| Jul | 31° | 23° | 4 mm | |
| Aug | 31° | 22° | 8 mm | |
| Sep | 26° | 19° | 28 mm | |
| Oct | 20° | 13° | 32 mm | |
| Nov | 14° | 8° | 43 mm | |
| Dec | 10° | 5° | 34 mm |
Seasons in Baku
Spring
17° / 10°
mild
Rain: ~18 mm/mo
Summer
30° / 22°
hot
Rain: ~7 mm/mo
Autumn
20° / 13°
mild
Rain: ~34 mm/mo
Winter
9° / 4°
cold
Rain: ~31 mm/mo
When to visit Baku
✓ Best months
May, June, September, October
~ Less comfortable
January, July, August
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothing, sunglasses, a hat and sunscreen — summers are hot.
- A warm jacket and layers — winter mornings and evenings are chilly.
- Comfortable walking shoes — you'll be on your feet around the centre.