Best Time to Visit Makhachkala
The best months to visit Makhachkala are May, Sep, Oct. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: May, Sep, Oct
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Makhachkala. Expect highs of 21°C to 24°C to 18°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
July
30°C high
Coldest Month
February
-1°C low
Driest Month
August
4 rain days
Wettest Month
December
12 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 6°C / Low: 1°C
4 rain days
February
High: 5°C / Low: -1°C
10 rain days
March
High: 11°C / Low: 5°C
9 rain days
April
High: 17°C / Low: 11°C
8 rain days
May
High: 21°C / Low: 14°C
9 rain days
June
High: 28°C / Low: 21°C
9 rain days
July
High: 30°C / Low: 23°C
6 rain days
August
High: 30°C / Low: 23°C
4 rain days
September
High: 24°C / Low: 18°C
8 rain days
October
High: 18°C / Low: 13°C
9 rain days
November
High: 14°C / Low: 9°C
6 rain days
December
High: 8°C / Low: 3°C
12 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Makhachkala
Peak Season
May, September, October
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
April, June, August, November
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
January, February, March, July, December
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 6°C | 1°C | 4 | Off Season |
February | 5°C | -1°C | 10 | Off Season |
March | 11°C | 5°C | 9 | Off Season |
April | 17°C | 11°C | 8 | Shoulder Season |
May★ | 21°C | 14°C | 9 | Peak Season |
June | 28°C | 21°C | 9 | Shoulder Season |
July | 30°C | 23°C | 6 | Off Season |
August | 30°C | 23°C | 4 | Shoulder Season |
September★ | 24°C | 18°C | 8 | Peak Season |
October★ | 18°C | 13°C | 9 | Peak Season |
November | 14°C | 9°C | 6 | Shoulder Season |
December | 8°C | 3°C | 12 | Off Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Makhachkala: Scenic Excursion
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A developing area with modern residential complexes and recreational spaces along the Caspian Sea.
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