Yerevan, Armenia’s capital, features a continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold, relatively dry winters. The city experiences dramatic seasonal shifts, with spring and autumn bringing mild, pleasant weather. Low annual rainfall, abundant sunshine, and significant temperature swings define Yerevan’s climate, making it a dynamic destination for both cultural and outdoor activities.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Yerevan’s climate is classified as continental semi-arid, shaped by its inland location and surrounding mountains. Summers (June–September) are hot and dry, with average daytime highs of 30–34°C and nights cooling to 16–18°C. July and August are the hottest and driest months, often with less than 20 mm of rain and up to 11 hours of sunshine per day. The city’s dry heat is tempered by cooler evenings, and summer nights are lively with locals enjoying the outdoors. Rainfall is minimal, and humidity is low, making for clear, blue skies.
Winters (December–February) are cold and relatively dry, with average highs of 2–6°C and lows dipping to -7°C or colder. Snow is possible but infrequent and usually light, with most accumulation melting quickly. Winter days are short, with about 9 hours of daylight and 1–2 hours of sunshine. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most pleasant seasons, offering mild temperatures (15–25°C), more rainfall (especially in May), and blooming or colourful foliage. Annual precipitation is low, around 350–430 mm, with most rain falling in spring and early summer. Winds are generally light to moderate, but can be brisk in winter. Daylight ranges from 9 hours in December to over 15 hours in June, and Yerevan enjoys over 2,700 hours of sunshine annually.
| Average climate data for Yerevan, Armenia | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 1 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 24 | 30 | 34 | 33 | 29 | 21 | 12 | 5 | 34 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -7 | -4 | 1 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 19 | 13 | 7 | 1 | -4 | -7 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 20 | 21 | 29 | 51 | 43 | 22 | 16 | 9 | 8 | 32 | 26 | 20 | 296 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 2 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 78 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 7 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 22 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 80 | 75 | 61 | 58 | 57 | 50 | 46 | 46 | 51 | 64 | 74 | 79 | 62 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Average UV index | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
The best times to visit Yerevan are late April to June and September to early October. These months offer mild, comfortable temperatures (15–26°C), moderate rainfall, and abundant sunshine – ideal for sightseeing, outdoor dining, and cultural events. Spring and autumn also bring blooming gardens or colourful foliage and fewer crowds than peak summer.
The least favourable time to visit Yerevan is during winter (December–February), when temperatures can drop below freezing, daylight is short, and snow or ice may complicate travel. July and August can also be uncomfortable for some due to intense heat (often above 34°C), especially for those not used to dry, hot climates.
Yerevan’s annual average temperature is about 10°C. January is the coldest month (highs 2°C, lows -7°C), while July and August are the hottest (highs 30–34°C, lows 16–18°C).
Yerevan receives about 350–430 mm of precipitation annually, making it quite dry. Most rain falls in spring and early summer. Snow is possible in winter but is usually light and melts quickly.
Yerevan enjoys over 2,700 hours of sunshine per year. The sunniest months are from May to September, with up to 11 hours of sunshine daily. Winter months are much cloudier, with only 1–2 hours daily.
Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) are best for outdoor activities, with mild temperatures, low humidity, and plenty of sunshine. Summer is also popular but can be very hot.
Yerevan itself is not a major winter sports destination, but nearby mountains offer skiing and snowboarding from December to March, when snow cover is more reliable.
Swimming outdoors is most comfortable from June to September, when daytime temperatures are above 30°C. However, natural swimming spots are limited, and water parks are most popular in summer.
Pack layers for spring and autumn, light clothing and sun protection for summer, and insulated, windproof clothing for winter. A rain jacket is useful in May and October, and always bring sunglasses.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is July (33.7 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (1.1 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 18.9 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is July (19.3 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-7.4 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 6.5 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is April (51.3 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is September (8 mm). Over the whole year there are 296.1 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is May (12 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is January (1.9 days). Over the whole year there are 78 days of rain on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (7.1 days). The months with the fewest days of snowfall are June, July and August (0 days). Over the whole year there are 22.4 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is January (80.2 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is August (45.8 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 61.8 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 9 h). Over the whole year there are 11.9 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is July (Average sunshine: 11 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is January (Average sunshine: 2.9 h). Over the whole year there are 6.3 h of sunlight per day on average.
The month with the highest average UV index is July (UV index: 11). The months with the lowest average UV index are January and December (UV index: 2). Over the whole year the average UV index is 6.2.
