Climate normals · 1970–2000
Samarkand Climate
Samarkand is a city in Uzbekistan (10) with a population of about 595,200. Its average annual temperature is 13.9°C (57°F), with roughly 403 mm of rain per year.
13.9°C
Avg Temp
403
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Samarkand Climate
Samarkand has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and receives about 403 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.9°C
Avg Temp
403
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 53 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 52 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 77 mm |
| April | 15° / 59° | 65 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 41 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 7 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 4 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 1 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 4 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 21 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 30 mm |
| December | 4° / 39° | 48 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 Samarkand
The most comfortable months to visit Samarkand are typically September, May and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Samarkand are typically September, May and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Samarkand, Uzbekistan has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C and about 403 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Samarkand average about 34°C (93°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.