Mount Kapaz

Mountain Volcanic cone overlooking Lake Göygöl in Azerbaijan

Overlooking Göygöl lake near Ganja, Mount Kapaz in Azerbaijan features limestone cliffs, hiking trails and viewpoints within reach of Göygöl National Park.

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Mount Kapaz
Mount Kapaz, Goygol District, Azerbaijan
40.3518, 46.3486
Open 24 hours
Free

Tips for Visiting Mount Kapaz #

  • Combine a visit to Mount Kapaz with Lake Goygol-many of the best viewpoints of the peak are accessed from the lake shore or the Goygol National Park trails, so allow time for both.
  • Approach from Goygol town or the national park entrance and ask locally about marked trails and seasonal conditions; spring-early autumn offers the most reliable hiking weather and clearer viewpoints.

Best Time to Visit Mount Kapaz #

Mount Kapaz is best visited in summer (June-September) for safer, clearer conditions; winters bring snow and limited access.

Summer (best for access)
June-September · 10-25°C (mountain/lower slopes)
Warmer, drier conditions make mountain access and hiking safer and more pleasant.
Winter (snowy, limited access)
December-March · -5-5°C with possible snow at elevation
Cold temperatures and snow can make routes impassable; suitable only for winter‑equipped mountaineers.
Shoulder seasons (variable)
April-May, October-November · 0-15°C
Conditions can be changeable with spring thaw or autumn storms; check local conditions before attempting ascents.

Weather & Climate near Mount Kapaz #

Climate

Mount Kapaz's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (716 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 23 mm and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -2°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11° -1°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.1h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.3h daylight

June

June is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

September

September is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-10° -1°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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