Kars Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Kars can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August to a very cold -2°C (28°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 11°C (52°F) in August to -13°C (9°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Kars experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 787 mm (31 in) yearly. The seasons in Kars bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives high rainfall, with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 39 mm (1.5 in) over 10 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Kars Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Kars, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.5 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kars.

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 85%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year