Aghstafachay reservoir
Reservoir Water reservoir in Qazax District, Azerbaijan
A reservoir in Qazax District on the Aghstafachay river system; local visitors come for fishing, picnics and views across the steppe and open water.
How to Get to Aghstafachay reservoir #
Drive from the administrative center of Qazax district; local roads connect nearby villages to reservoir access points. Public transport is limited-use a car or taxi for direct access.
Tips for Visiting Aghstafachay reservoir #
- Best visited in late spring and summer when water levels are lower and walking is easier.
- Fishing is a common local activity-ask permissions and check local regulations before fishing.
- Rural roads can be rough; a high-clearance vehicle is preferable for reaching reservoir overlooks.
Best Time to Visit Aghstafachay reservoir #
Summer gives best access and recreational use; spring and autumn are quieter for visits.
Weather & Climate near Aghstafachay reservoir #
Aghstafachay reservoir's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 64 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 15 mm and partly cloudy skies.