Sabayil Castle
Castle Submerged medieval fortress ruins near Baku
Submerged medieval fortress off Baku’s shoreline featured in local history; visitors view the ruins and related exhibits from the seaside promenade and nearby museums.
How to Get to Sabayil Castle #
Sabayil Castle lies off Baku’s coastline and is best viewed from the Baku Boulevard seafront or by small boat. Local tours and boat operators on the Caspian can arrange closer approaches; always check tide and weather conditions.
Tips for Visiting Sabayil Castle #
- Visit at low tide to see more of the ruins exposed around the site.
- Take a guided walk along Baku's seafront after visiting-the castle's silhouette reads differently from the water.
- Avoid approaching submerged sections without a boat or guide; currents can be strong.
Best Time to Visit Sabayil Castle #
Spring and autumn are most comfortable for seaside exploration and photography.
Weather & Climate near Sabayil Castle #
Sabayil Castle's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 29°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
