Mount Ararat Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Mount Ararat: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Mount Ararat month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4° | -16° | 2,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | -4° | -17° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 2° | -10° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 13° | -1° | 5,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 20° | 6° | 6,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 32° | 15° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 37° | 22° | 5,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 41° | 23° | 2,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 30° | 14° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 19° | 4° | 3,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 10° | -1° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | -1° | -13° | 2,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Mount Ararat
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Mount Ararat compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Ararat.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armenia | 35 mi | 56°F | +79°F warmer | 21 in |
| Georgia | 142 mi | 55°F | +78°F warmer | 29 in |
| Mount Elbrus | 270 mi | -2°F | 43°F cooler | 47 in |
| Azerbaijan | 298 mi | 60°F | +83°F warmer | 16 in |
Best time to visit Mount Ararat
Go in January, August and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and May - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Mount Ararat
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 48°F is 7°F above the 41°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
At 16.854 ft, air here runs roughly 92°F cooler than the same latitude at sea level.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 75°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and May - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mount Ararat is a mountain in Turkey. Mount Ararat is a mountain known as a snow-capped volcanic cone. It sits at 16.854 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 37°F (3°C) in Mount Ararat with clear. It feels like 29°F. Today runs from 37°F to 48°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.5/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Mount Ararat is January, August and November. The climate is polar. March, April and May tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 41°F, while February is the coldest with lows near -17°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 48°F is 7°F above the 41°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Mount Ararat today at 10/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Ararat?
Mount Ararat is a mountain in Turkey. Its coordinates are 39.7025, 44.2986. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Mount Ararat right now?
It is currently 37°F (3°C) with clear. Humidity is 55% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Ararat?
January, August and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Ararat, which has a polar climate. March, April and May are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Ararat in?
Mount Ararat observes Europe/Istanbul (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:45 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
