- Temperature
- -8 to 34°C
Updated September 2026 · Sources cited: weather-atlas.com, climatestotravel.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- April brings apricot tree blooms—visually stunning but coincides with higher rain and wind.
- Late July–early August temperatures regularly exceed 40°C (104°F); wear a hat and drink plenty of water to avoid heat exhaustion.
- Winter snow, though not heavy, persists for weeks due to cold air stagnation; roads can become treacherous.
- Humidity is lowest in summer (47%) and highest in winter/spring (62–81%), making winter feel raw and damp.
- The city sits at ~1,000 meters elevation, which moderates temperatures compared to lower regions but amplifies cold in winter.
- Spring and autumn are genuinely the best seasons for comfort and outdoor exploration, though spring brings unstable weather.
Peak Month
- Month
- July
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 34
- Fahrenheit
- 93
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 19
- Fahrenheit
- 66
Off Peak Month
- Month
- January
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 1
- Fahrenheit
- 34
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- -8
- Fahrenheit
- 18
Autumn
September–October offer mild, sunny weather. September averages 25°C (77°F); by October it drops to 13°C (56°F). Moderate rain with 9–10 rainy days. Excellent for outdoor activities.
Spring
March–May sees rising temperatures and increased precipitation. April is the wettest month (75 mm or 3 in of rain over ~12 days). Unstable weather with occasional thunderstorms is common.
Summer
June–August are very hot and dry. July and August average 27–31°C (80–88°F) daytime highs, though temperatures commonly reach 40°C (104°F) or higher. Humidity is low (47%) but intense sun exposure is a serious concern. Minimal rainfall.
Winter
December–February are cold with frequent snowfall. January averages −3 to −8°C (26–18°F). Snow cover persists for weeks despite moderate accumulation. Around 22 days of snowfall occur annually, concentrated in January–February.
Best Months
May–June and September–October provide the most comfortable conditions for visitors, with mild temperatures and moderate rainfall.
Worst Months
January–February bring the coldest and darkest conditions; July–August are scorching and require heat precautions.
Precipitation
Annual rainfall averages 430–431 mm (17 in), concentrated in spring (April–May peak). Summers are very dry; August receives only ~14 mm. Precipitation in winter falls mostly as snow.
Season Overview
Yerevan has a continental semi-arid climate with distinct seasons: hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters. Spring and autumn are short but mild.
Sunshine And UV
Yerevan receives over 2,600 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest (353 hours); December the cloudiest (89 hours). UV index peaks in May–July at 11–12 (extreme), requiring strong sun protection in summer.
Sources cited for this category
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