When is the best time to go to Kars?

When is the best time to go to Kars? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Kars are May, June, July, August and September
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • January is the coldest month of the year
  • May is the rainiest month


Annual weather in Kars

For full information about the climate and weather in Kars a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 16°F/27°F
1.3in
February 18°F/29°F
1.3in
March 29°F/36°F
1.7in
April 43°F/50°F
2.7in
May 54°F/63°F
4.6in
June 63°F/70°F
3.3in
July 67°F/77°F
2.9in
August 67°F/79°F
1.9in
September 59°F/70°F
1.5in
October 47°F/58°F
1.6in
November 34°F/43°F
0.7in
December 22°F/31°F
0.9in


Weather and climate in Kars

Kars enjoys a warm-summer humid continental climate (without dry season) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Kars is 52°F (ranging from 27°F in january to 79°F in august). Annual rainfall is 24.2in, with a minimum of 0.7in in november and a maximum of 4.6in in may.
  • Between the months of january and april the climate is very unfavorable. the thermometer goes up to 50°F°C and it rains in april about 2.7in.
  • In may the climate is just OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 47°F and it rains about 4.6in each month.
  • Between the months of june and september the climate is good. the thermometer goes up to 70°F°C.
  • In the month of october the climate is okay. The temperature rises to 58°F and it rains about 8% of the time in october.
  • Between november and december the climate is the worst possible. It is for example 31°F as maximum temperature in december and it rains in december about 0.9in.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Kars

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Kars: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Kars

Find out when Kars has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Kars

  • Very low season in Kars
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February and November.
  • Low season in Kars
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, March, October and December.
  • High season in Kars
    The number of visitors to Kars is high in: April, May, June and September.
  • Peak season in Kars
    The largest number of tourists visiting Kars is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Kars month by month



Best time for low prices in Kars

Average prices of hotels in Kars month by month

Generally, October is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Kars. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, January is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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