Machakhela National Park

National Park National park in Adjara protecting mountain and river ecosystems

Machakhela National Park in Adjara protects steep forested valleys along the Machakheli; visitors come for hiking, river landscapes and encounters with local mountain villages.

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Machakhela National Park
Machakhela National Park, Adjara region, Georgia
41.5203, 41.7197
Daylight hours recommended (park access generally unrestricted)
Entrance typically free, park facilities may charge for guided tours or certain conservation activities

How to Get to Machakhela National Park #

From Batumi: drive east along the S2 highway toward Khulo and follow local roads into Machakhela Valley (approx. 100-130 km depending on route). Some guesthouses in valley villages can arrange pickups; public transport is limited.

Tips for Visiting Machakhela National Park #

  • Hire a local guide from nearby villages to access remote canyons and learn about local tea-culture and traditional houses.
  • Bring insect repellent for lowland trails and sturdy footwear for river gorges.
  • Check trail conditions with the park office after heavy rains; the area can flood and some gorges become dangerous.

Best Time to Visit Machakhela National Park #

Best visited late spring through early autumn for hiking and river access; check weather for heavy rains.

Late Spring-Summer
May-September · 15-28°C
Warm and green; best for hiking, river gorges and visiting traditional villages.
Autumn
September-October · 10-20°C
Cooler air, changing foliage and fewer visitors; good for photography and village visits.

Weather & Climate near Machakhela National Park #

Climate

Machakhela National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1884 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

189 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (207 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

207 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (216 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

216 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (237 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

237 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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