The best times to visit Sheki for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 1st

or

August 20th to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Sheki Travel Info

Weather in Sheki

Temperature

Average temperatures in Sheki vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Sheki, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid August where highs are regularly around 92.7°F (33.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.2°F (22.3°C) at night.

Sheki Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Sheki Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Sheki Perceived Temperature (F)

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Sheki Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Sheki Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 43.9 36.8 32.2
Feb 43 36.3 31.7
Mar 54.5 45.8 39.4
Apr 63.9 54.7 47.9
May 75.4 65.9 58.4
Jun 83.2 73 65.1
Jul 87.5 77.4 69.3
Aug 88.3 77.6 69.6
Sep 78.3 68.8 62
Oct 65.2 57.3 51.9
Nov 53.8 45.8 40.6
Dec 46.9 39.2 34.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.6 2.7 0.1
Feb 6.1 2.4 -0.2
Mar 12.5 7.7 4.1
Apr 17.7 12.6 8.8
May 24.1 18.8 14.7
Jun 28.4 22.8 18.4
Jul 30.8 25.2 20.7
Aug 31.3 25.3 20.9
Sep 25.7 20.4 16.7
Oct 18.4 14.1 11.1
Nov 12.1 7.7 4.8
Dec 8.3 4 1.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Sheki are December, August, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid October with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of October 8th.

When can you find snow in Sheki? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Sheki is often around around November 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Sheki.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Sheki (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 8% 3.6 1.7
Feb 10% 5.3 0.7
Mar 10% 2 0.9
Apr 14% 0 1.6
May 11% 0 1.9
Jun 14% 0 2
Jul 4% 0 0.9
Aug 4% 0 0.6
Sep 12% 0 1.8
Oct 12% 0 1.6
Nov 10% 4.5 1.4
Dec 4% 2.6 0.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 8 9.1 4.3
Feb 10 13.5 1.8
Mar 10 5.1 2.3
Apr 14 0 4.1
May 11 0 4.8
Jun 14 0 5.1
Jul 4 0 2.3
Aug 4 0 1.5
Sep 12 0 4.6
Oct 12 0 4.1
Nov 10 11.4 3.6
Dec 4 6.6 1

 

Humidity and Wind

Sheki has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (46.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (70.8%).

Wind in Sheki is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 4.4 knots (5.1 MPH or 8.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 10.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Sheki.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Feb 3.7 Barely noticeable 5.9 Light breeze
Mar 4.4 Light breeze 8.5 Light breeze
Apr 3.8 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
May 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jun 3.5 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Aug 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Sep 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze
Oct 2.8 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Nov 2.9 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Dec 3.3 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 70.8%
Feb 67.1%
Mar 58.6%
Apr 61.7%
May 54.8%
Jun 49.4%
Jul 46.3%
Aug 47%
Sep 56.7%
Oct 67.5%
Nov 68.4%
Dec 65.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Sheki?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Azerbaijan; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Sep 18, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Sheki, Azerbaijan is July, followed by February and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Sheki in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41.7 in December means 41.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Sheki Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 81.2°F (27.3°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 1 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Sheki, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.2°F (29°C) and 50°F (10°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Sheki to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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