Climate Overview
Yerevan has a continental climate with hot, dry Jul–Aug around 34°C (humidity crashing to 39–42%) and cold winters dropping to -5°C at night. Rainfall is modest and spring-skewed (46–66mm Mar–May). May and Sep–Oct are the comfortable windows — warm, dry, and ideal for Garni, Geghard, and Cascade walks.
Monthly Climate
Temperature range, rainfall, and humidity by month
Monthly Data
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4.2° | -4.6° | 4mm | 60% |
| Feb | 4.1° | -5.1° | 28mm | 58% |
| Mar | 16.1° | 3.4° | 29mm | 50% |
| Apr | 18° | 7.7° | 83mm | 64% |
| May | 23° | 11.7° | 73mm | 59% |
| Jun | 29.5° | 16.3° | 7mm | 39% |
| Jul | 34.3° | 20.8° | 9mm | 38% |
| Aug | 35.8° | 21.7° | 2mm | 35% |
| Sep | 27.3° | 14.3° | 20mm | 45% |
| Oct | 21° | 8.6° | 31mm | 59% |
| Nov | 14.7° | 1.7° | 4mm | 64% |
| Dec | 5.7° | -1.9° | 40mm | 76% |
When to Visit
Experiences to seek out and peak periods to plan around
Experiences & Highlights
Mild 20–25°C afternoons and the singing fountains return; the Cafesjian Cascade gardens and Vernissage open-air market fill up before the summer heat hits.
On 12 Jul 2026 the whole city throws water — balconies to Republic Square. Relief on a 34°C day; carry a dry bag for electronics.
Dry 21–29°C days and just 12–27mm rain. Early Oct brings the Areni Wine Festival (2 hr south of Yerevan) plus Yerevan Wine Days on Saryan Street.
21 Sep military parade and evening concerts on Republic Square; clear 29°C days and low humidity make it the city's best outdoor week.
Peak Periods & Travel Advisories
Averages 34°C with 40°C+ days common and near-zero rain in Aug (6mm). Shade is scarce in the stone core — plan early-morning sightseeing and long midday breaks.
Silent procession to Tsitsernakaberd memorial; hotels near the centre fill with diaspora visitors and many businesses close for the day.
Armenian Christmas runs 6 Jan so the whole week is a public holiday — museums and many restaurants shut, but Republic Square hosts the main tree and fireworks.
Official Resources
Government portals and tourism boards for Yerevan, Armenia