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Derbent, Dagestan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Derbent, Dagestan?
Derbent, Dagestan gets 410 mm of precipitation a year over about 87 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Semi-arid climate
Derbent, Dagestan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 30°C in August. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 12° | 18° |
How much rain does Derbent get?
Derbent gets 410 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 87 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 83% of Russia.
October is the wettest month, with 61 mm. June is the driest, with 17 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 10.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to March 18, 2025.
Derbent weather by month
Derbent weather in January
In January, Derbent averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 19°C (1971) and the record low is -19°C (1972).
Derbent weather in February
In February, Derbent averages a high of 6°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2024) and the record low is -18°C (2012).
Derbent weather in March
In March, Derbent averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2008) and the record low is -9°C (1985).
Derbent weather in April
In April, Derbent averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (2004).
Derbent weather in May
In May, Derbent averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Derbent weather in June
In June, Derbent averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 36°C (2019) and the record low is 8°C (1978).
Derbent weather in July
In July, Derbent averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 13°C (1992).
Derbent weather in August
In August, Derbent averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 73% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2015) and the record low is 11°C (1983).
Derbent weather in September
In September, Derbent averages a high of 25°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2007) and the record low is 5°C (1986). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Derbent weather in October
In October, Derbent averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -3°C (1976).
Derbent weather in November
In November, Derbent averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (1990) and the record low is -8°C (1993).
Derbent weather in December
In December, Derbent averages a high of 8°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 28°C (1980) and the record low is -12°C (1997).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Derbent
August is the sunniest month in Derbent, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 28%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 46% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Derbent is sunnier than 90% of Russia.
Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in August at 67%.
Derbent has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Derbent is hotter than 86% of Russia.
First and last freeze in Derbent
The first fall freeze in Derbent typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around March 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 261 days.
Derbent weather records
These records cover DERBENT during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Derbent station is 39°C, on August 4, 1998. The coldest is -19°C, on January 23, 1972.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 110 mm of precipitation, on July 12, 1999.
43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Derbent
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near 2°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 12°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 6° | 30 mm | 10 | 84% | 33% | 19° | -19° |
| February | 1° | 6° | 37 mm | 9 | 81% | 39% | 21° | -18° |
| March | 3° | 9° | 24 mm | 7 | 82% | 31% | 28° | -9° |
| April | 8° | 14° | 19 mm | 5 | 78% | 47% | 30° | -3° |
| May | 13° | 21° | 20 mm | 6 | 77% | 44% | 32° | 4° |
| June | 19° | 27° | 17 mm | 6 | 71% | 54% | 36° | 8° |
| July | 22° | 29° | 24 mm | 4 | 68% | 66% | 37° | 13° |
| August | 22° | 29° | 24 mm | 5 | 67% | 73% | 39° | 11° |
| September | 18° | 25° | 48 mm | 7 | 75% | 52% | 33° | 5° |
| October | 12° | 19° | 61 mm | 9 | 80% | 44% | 28° | -3° |
| November | 7° | 12° | 59 mm | 9 | 84% | 38% | 22° | -8° |
| December | 3° | 8° | 47 mm | 10 | 88% | 28% | 28° | -12° |
Station: DERBENT, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Derbent climate questions
How much rain does Derbent get?
Derbent gets 410 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 87 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Derbent?
October is the wettest month in Derbent, with 61 mm. June is the driest, with 17 mm.
How many rainy days does Derbent have a year?
Derbent has about 87 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 10.
What is the hottest month in Derbent?
July is the warmest month in Derbent, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Derbent?
January is the coldest month in Derbent, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Derbent?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Derbent station is 39°C, set on August 4, 1998. The record low is -19°C, on January 23, 1972.
What is the sunniest month in Derbent?
August is the sunniest month in Derbent, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Derbent?
The first fall freeze in Derbent typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around March 16.
What is the best time to visit Derbent?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.