Tofiq Bahramov Stadium Stadium
Baku football stadium named after famed match official
In Baku, Tofiq Bahramov Stadium hosts Azerbaijan's international and club football matches; visitors come for live games, occasional stadium tours and its place in the country's sporting life.
Tofiq Bahramov Stadium at a Glance#
About Tofiq Bahramov Stadium#
Tofiq Bahramov Stadium is a major football stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan, used for domestic league matches and national team fixtures. It has a seating capacity of roughly 31,000 and remains one of the city’s principal sports venues.
The stadium offers tiered seating, floodlights and facilities typical of mid-sized national stadiums and is used for club fixtures, cup finals and occasional international qualifiers. Spectators use the stands that encircle the pitch and the venue hosts organized supporter sections during major matches.
The ground was formally renamed in 1993 to commemorate the Azerbaijani linesman Tofiq Bahramov, who became internationally known after the 1966 World Cup. It continues to be used regularly by Azerbaijani clubs and for national team matches, though larger international fixtures have moved to newer stadiums in Baku.
- Capacity: Seating capacity of approximately 31,000, making it one of Baku’s main football venues.
- Name: Renamed in 1993 to honor linesman Tofiq Bahramov, noted internationally for his role in the 1966 World Cup final.
Tips for Visiting Tofiq Bahramov Stadium#
- Buy match or event tickets in advance from official sellers and have mobile tickets ready-major fixtures draw large crowds and on-site ticket windows can close early.
- Expect heavier traffic and possible public-transport surges on event days; allow extra travel time and follow official stadium signage to the designated fan entrances to speed entry.
- Arrive at least 30-45 minutes before kick-off for security checks and to avoid last-minute congestion around the stadium access points.
Best Time to Visit Tofiq Bahramov Stadium#
Best times are spring and autumn for comfortable weather on matchdays; expect peak crowds during major fixtures regardless of season.
Weather & Climate near Tofiq Bahramov Stadium#
Tofiq Bahramov Stadium'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 30°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 25 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 | 3° - 9° | 3° | 25 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 25 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.0 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.3 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 4 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.9 m/s | 2.0 very high | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 22° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 13° | 11° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Good | 4° - 9° | 4° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
