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Makhachkala Climate

Makhachkala is a city in Russia (17) with a population of about 596,356. Its average annual temperature is 12.2°C (54°F), with roughly 345 mm of rain per year.

12.2°C

Avg Temp

345

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Feb

Coldest Month


Makhachkala Climate

Makhachkala has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F) and receives about 345 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

12.2°C

Avg Temp

345

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Feb

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Makhachkala — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January1° / 34°23 mm
February1° / 33°26 mm
March4° / 39°22 mm
April10° / 51°20 mm
May16° / 61°28 mm
June22° / 71°29 mm
July25° / 76°25 mm
August24° / 75°23 mm
September20° / 67°43 mm
October14° / 56°38 mm
November8° / 46°38 mm
December3° / 38°30 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Makhachkala

The most comfortable months to visit Makhachkala are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is February (near -1°C low). September is usually the wettest month.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The most comfortable months to visit Makhachkala are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).

Makhachkala, Russia has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C and about 345 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is February.

In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Makhachkala average about 28°C (82°F).

Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.