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.
Sabayil Castle at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 23 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 4° - 9° | 3° | 24 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 23 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 9 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.2 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 3 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 22° | 18 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 13° | 11° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Good | 5° - 9° | 4° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
