Elazığ, Elazığ Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Elazığ get?

Elazığ gets 380 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 81 days with measurable rain.

February is the wettest month, with 51 mm. August is the driest, with 1 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to July 15, 2022.

Elazığ weather by month

Elazığ weather in January

In January, Elazığ averages a high of 4°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (1981) and the record low is -25°C (1974).

Elazığ weather in February

In February, Elazığ averages a high of 7°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2016) and the record low is -29°C (1974).

Elazığ weather in March

In March, Elazığ averages a high of 13°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2008) and the record low is -23°C (1985).

Elazığ weather in April

In April, Elazığ averages a high of 19°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2008) and the record low is -8°C (2004). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Elazığ weather in May

In May, Elazığ averages a high of 25°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2021) and the record low is 0°C (1973). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Elazığ weather in June

In June, Elazığ averages a high of 32°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 80% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (2015).

Elazığ weather in July

In July, Elazığ averages a high of 36°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 92% of daylight hours. The July record high is 43°C (1984) and the record low is 6°C (1992).

Elazığ weather in August

In August, Elazığ averages a high of 36°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 92% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (1973) and the record low is 5°C (1974).

Elazığ weather in September

In September, Elazığ averages a high of 31°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 87% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2022) and the record low is 1°C (1998).

Elazığ weather in October

In October, Elazığ averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (1973) and the record low is -5°C (1973). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Elazığ weather in November

In November, Elazığ averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -15°C (1973).

Elazığ weather in December

In December, Elazığ averages a high of 7°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The December record high is 20°C (1974) and the record low is -22°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Elazığ

July is the sunniest month in Elazığ, with sunshine about 92% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 63% of daylight hours. Elazığ is sunnier than 67% of Turkey.

Humidity peaks in December at 76% and is lowest in August at 26%.

Elazığ has about 65 days a year above 32°C. Elazığ is hotter than 83% of Turkey.

First and last freeze in Elazığ

The first fall freeze in Elazığ typically comes around November 5, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 209 days.

Elazığ weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Elazığ station is 43°C, on August 7, 1973. The coldest is -29°C, on February 4, 1974.

The wettest day on record brought 134 mm of rain, on February 16, 1994.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Elazığ

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 35°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 7°C.

Elazığ climate questions

How much rain does Elazığ get?

Elazığ gets 380 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Elazığ?

February is the wettest month in Elazığ, with 51 mm. August is the driest, with 1 mm.

How many rainy days does Elazığ have a year?

Elazığ has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Elazığ?

July is the warmest month in Elazığ, with an average high of 36°C.

What is the coldest month in Elazığ?

January is the coldest month in Elazığ, with an average low of -4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Elazığ?

The record high at the Elazığ station is 43°C, set on August 7, 1973. The record low is -29°C, on February 4, 1974.

What is the sunniest month in Elazığ?

July is the sunniest month in Elazığ, with sunshine about 92% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Elazığ?

The first fall freeze in Elazığ typically comes around November 5. The last spring freeze is around April 10.

What is the best time to visit Elazığ?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.