Outdoor activities Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
October, June, May
January, February, March, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Mount Ararat?
The best time to visit Mount Ararat for hiking is October, June, May, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to look into where to stay and how to organize your hikes in advance.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Mount Ararat, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Mount Ararat
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -4° | 16 |
February | 45Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 19 |
March | 44Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 26 |
April | 64Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 41 |
May | 79Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 57 |
June | 80Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 20° | 38 |
July | 71Good Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 21 |
August | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 12 |
September | 65Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 13 |
October | 85Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 32 |
November | 47Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 22 |
December | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 16 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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