Useful Things to Know Before You Visit Baku, Azerbaijan

Before You Visit Baku, Azerbaijan

Planning to visit Baku, Azerbaijan, and not sure what to expect? This Baku travel guide will offer you tips and practical information to plan your trip to Baku.

I also use my own experience of visiting Baku to help with some of the opinions I have of my time there. If you have anything to add for those traveling to Baku, please leave a comment with your experiences! Thank you.

Disclaimer: This post was originally written in 2018 by Megan who went there independently. All profits since the end of 2020 have been donated to rebuilding Artsakh and community development projects in Armenia.

Quick Facts about Baku Tourism

Population: Baku in 2022 is 2,401,000, a 1.27% increase from 2021

Currency:  Azerbaijani Manat

Baku Airport Code: GYD

Annual Visitors: 796000 in 2020

Area: 2,140 km²

Elevation: -28 m

Attractions in the Old City: Icheri Sheher (Old City), Palace of the Shirvanshahs, Flame Towers, Nizami Street, Maiden Tower in the Old City

Trip to Baku

I had been trying for five years to get a visa for Azerbaijan from Pakistan. Luck never worked in my favor and I was rejected almost every time until the last application when I was suddenly and surprisingly approved.

I changed my plans to get there before they realized they had finally approved my visa. I arrived in Kutaisi and took a bus to Tbilisi for a few days where I relaxed and sorted things out before leaving for Baku.

When I arrived in Baku, I quickly realized that while the city seemed ready to welcome tourists from a certain point of view, the tourist infrastructure still had a long way to go. Little things like getting a SIM card used to be a painful and tedious process.

Even finding the best restaurants in Baku presented a slight challenge. I wrote this article with the aim of helping future travelers to easily travel to Baku and quickly adapt to the destination.

I wrote this post day by day while I was in Baku, so many sections are in the order I came across them or thought the information might be useful to other travelers (…I have since revised this to make it cleaner - it was a mess!)

If you have any tips for people visiting Baku, please leave them in the comments! Thank you!

How to get to Baku (and get around once there)

This next section details how to get to Baku and how to get around Baku once you get there. If you are curious about how to take a taxi in Baku, you can check the linked guide for tips!

Getting to Baku from Tbilisi

If you are trying to get from Baku to Tbilisi, the easiest way is to take the train.

The train leaves Tbilisi every evening at 8:35 p.m. and arrives in Baku at 8:50 a.m. You can buy a ticket at Tbilisi station and the price is around 84 GEL (PKR 5,775) for a 1st class sleeper, 52 GEL (PKR 3575) for a 2nd class sleeper, and 35 GEL for a 3rd class sleeper.

When I took this train, I was automatically placed in 2nd class with other foreigners because it facilitated border control. Train schedules tend to be the same whether you are in Tbilisi in winter or summer.

Check the Georgian Railways website for more information and updated timetables and prices. I think the train is the easiest way to get from Tbilisi to Baku.

Getting from the airport to the city

We have a comprehensive guide showing you how to get from Baku airport to the city. It also includes transfer options if you are looking for an easy way.

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BakıKart for buses

I needed to go to a hypermarket one day to try to find flip-flops and the best way to get there was by bus. Buses cause me anxiety as I don't like crowds, but this bus (bus 65) had a departure point near where I was staying so I could be one of the first.

I went to hop on the bus to find that they only take the BakıKart (Baku Card). Ouch… I certainly didn't know that. You can only buy the card at the bus station or at certain metro stations, and I certainly wasn't near one.

The bus driver was overwhelmed by the fact that I didn't have one (not in a bad way - he just wasn't used to trotting tourists) and let me ride the hypermarket for free, which was a thirty-minute walk.

The trip should have cost me 1.90 manats (PKR 222). Once I left the hypermarket with lots of purchased goods, I used Uber to find a taxi to take me back. The Uber took 45 minutes due to traffic and only cost 3 manats.

Baku travel tips

Is Baku safe?

Yes, Baku is relatively safe for a tourist minding his own business and staying out of trouble. I never felt in danger in Baku.

But, you should be aware if you are a journalist or a blogger. Azerbaijan ranks at the bottom of the press freedom rankings.

You will find a section a bit further down in this article about the scams I encountered during my trip to Baku. Don't let that deter you from visiting - scams exist everywhere. I just got a little unlucky and I think I should be honest about my experience there.

Do you need travel insurance for Azerbaijan?

It is highly recommended to purchase insurance before traveling to Azerbaijan. Although the country is quite safe, you never know what kind of pickle you may end up in, so better safe than sorry!

We recommend SafetyWing, a Norwegian company with affordable policies and worldwide coverage. Do not travel to Azerbaijan without some type of coverage!

Best tours in Baku

Baku, Azerbaijan has so many amazing sights and places to visit that you want to make sure you don't miss them if you're short on time.

The best way to do this is to arrange a visit. Here are some affordable tours of the city and its region that we recommend for people visiting Azerbaijan. You can see the full list of the best Baku tours here.

Insider Tip: Just a little secret: Azerbaijan produces good wine that nobody talks about! We highly recommend the wine tour for wine lovers.

Gobustan, Mud Volcano and Mosque: Stone Age Tour from Baku

Baku: Old Town Walking Tour

Baku: 3-Hour Private Night Tour (Yanardag and more)

Baku City Pass

We always tell our readers to buy a city pass if a city offers discounts, free transport, museum admissions, etc.

It makes everything easier and cheaper. The Baku City Pass gives you free admission to museums, metro rides, hop-on hop-off bus rides, and discounts at many restaurants in Baku.

This is a great option for those visiting Baku!

Rent a car in Baku

If you prefer to have the freedom to explore Baku by car, you can certainly rent a car in Azerbaijan and do just that.

It's also a great option in the summer months as you can escape the high temperatures in an air-conditioned car. Renting a car in Baku will make your trip more comfortable and you will have the luxury of being independent in your sightseeing.

Is Baku expensive?

It really depends on what you are going to do there. I found it really affordable as a traveler, though. Things like accommodation (in a hostel), food, and groceries were really affordable and never hurt my wallet much.

However, it is easy to end up somewhere with more expensive food. A meal along the boardwalk can easily cost you $15 (PKR 2980) or more. But, for the most part, Baku is not expensive.

Language in Azerbaijan

The main language in Azerbaijan is Azeri. But Russian is ubiquitous in Baku, and you can get by with English quite easily as well. The language I heard spoken most often, however, was Russian.

As Azerbaijani is extremely similar to Turkish, you may have an easier time reading and speaking it if you have ever visited Turkey or know Turkish in any way.

If you plan to visit Baku, you may find it useful to know some Azerbaijani or Russian.

Wi-Fi in Baku

Wi-Fi works quite well in Baku. My hostel had very good Wi-Fi and it was just above average at most other establishments I have been to. However, I cannot guarantee things outside of the city center.

Visa and Registration for Azerbaijan in Baku

Azerbaijan recently introduced an electronic visa system, allowing for a much easier process to travel to the Caucasus country.

I never had any luck getting a visa in all the years I tried, but I only tried the e-visa system three times before finally getting approved for the fourth time.

Do you need a visa to visit Azerbaijan?

Azerbaijan announced a few years ago that it was opening an electronic visa system, which was a simplified (and cheaper) process for many nationalities to obtain a visa.

Check the site again to make sure you qualify for the e-visa, but if so, the process is pretty seamless. However, make sure you are applying on the right website. There's a tourist agency that scams people out of money (three times the price!). The link below is the legitimate, government-affiliated one:

You fill out the form, submit it, and then make the payment. The payout is just over $20 (3974). I have been refused this visa several times in the past. You cannot get your money back.

I would use a personal email address (especially if it's a journalist or blogger) and be careful what you write as a profession.

Also, if you have a middle name and it is on your passport, be sure to write it on the application form! I failed to do so this time and even after I approved they caught the mistake and refused my visa.

But, on a positive note, they gave me three hours to correct the information and pay a little extra, then they approved again.

I had no problems at the border arriving here by train with the visa and the process went pretty well, despite all the refusals in the past!

Register in Azerbaijan

If you plan to stay in Azerbaijan for more than 10 days, you must register with the government within the first 9 days. Failure to do so will result in a hefty fine!

You can register yourself or ask where you are staying to register. I decided to do the process myself so I can write about it here.

You can click on the button at the top that says "Registration at the place of stay" and fill in your details. Make sure they are exactly as they appear on your passport (including the middle name under "first name").

When it asks for your address, they are looking for your address where you are staying in Azerbaijan.

From there, you'll need a local cell phone number where you can confirm things. I used my hostel number. To confirm the number, the form gives you a code to send an SMS to a specific number from the phone number you provided and that's it.

You can then submit your registration request. Just be sure to confirm the email they send you shortly after.

Failure to register will result in a huge fine…or you can simply agree to be kicked out of the country for two years.

When is the best time to travel to Baku?

As I often say on this site, it really depends on you! If you are an outdoor enthusiast and plan to visit many day trips to Baku, you will want to visit in the spring, summer, or fall.

If you come for a cultural experience, traveling to Baku in winter can always be a convenient time because you can still eat and visit museums! However, many people travel to Baku for events. These often take place in spring and summer.

In my opinion, the best time to visit Baku is in spring or autumn.

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How many days in Baku?

If you are just visiting Baku and not undertaking a trip elsewhere, I think you can see the city very well in 2-3 days. Check out our Baku itinerary if you're looking to keep busy for two days in the Azerbaijani capital.

Weather in Baku

The weather in Baku varies from season to season. If you want to see snow, your best chance of seeing snow in Baku is in February. On the contrary, July is usually rather warm but enjoys relief from the Caspian Sea.

Average temperatures in Baku range from 4C (39.5F) in February to 26.5C (79.5F) in July. Highs in July are usually around 30C (86F) and it is usually sunny in Baku.

Is Baku windy?

Yeah. Located by the Caspian Sea, the city is often extremely windy. I was there in April and the wind was a daily ordeal in one way or another! I was never dressed properly for this.

It also gave off a cool breeze at this time of year. While the wind was excessive, I'm sure it's a welcome thing in the hottest months of the year.

Scams in Baku (and things to watch out for)

Unfortunately, scams are rampant in Azerbaijan. Corruption in Azerbaijan is also common. It's an oil-rich country and frankly, the men I met on the streets were often crooks or thugs (not all of them, but many).

It was breathtaking and everything I feared Baku would be but hoped it wouldn't.

Below are some of the common scams that I have come across or come across from someone I was with. Many other scams exist, but they are fairly typical of those common in other countries.

These are the ones I hadn't encountered in other places before, or just the ones I think people traveling to the area should be aware of.

SIM card scams in Azerbaijan are a thing

Once I arrived I knew I had to find a SIM card for my month in Baku. My phone was using Azercell's service (although it didn't work as I wouldn't pay for the plan) so I figured it was a legit company that provided good service throughout Azerbaijan.

I found an Azercell store in downtown Baku and walked in. I asked if I could buy a SIM card with my Mastercard and they said yes…then changed their mind and told me to cash out for one. I obliged even though it seemed a bit sketchy; I needed the money anyway.

I went back to their store and they said it would be 35 manats (PKR 4090) ($20) for 1GB of data. My jaw dropped. I asked how much it would cost for unlimited data and they said 80 manats (PKR 9350) ($50 or so).

This couldn't be true - after all, I was paying less in Germany, which is outrageously expensive in my opinion. My cell phone service will be cut off for a month due to unforeseen circumstances.

Once back at my accommodation, I spoke to the owner of the hostel and he told me that I had been scammed. Ouch.

I wrote on the Azercell Facebook wall what happened and they apologized and told me that many people are unauthorized resellers who can set their own prices. Looks like they were going to give me a bunch of shitty data and pocket the rest of the money.

They gave me four slots for Azercell which are licensed and legit to fetch a guest package for 17 manats (PKR 1987). This guest plan includes 10 GB of data and talks time.

Interestingly enough, I had a rude guy deal with me at the Tagiyev location and eventually opted for 10GB for 10 manats with no talk time. Whatever. The process was such an ordeal. These locations are authorized by Azercell:

2 B.Bagirova Street, 33a 28 May Street, 26a Tagiyev Street, and Ganjilik Mall (1st floor inside Maxi. az store) at 36 Said Rusamov Street.

Try asking a woman to take care of you - I found the men condescending and rude.

Always check your detailed invoice

In Baku, I was charged "extra" too many times to count in restaurants. Usually just an extra manat or two per item, but that happened frequently. I always joked and asked if it was "inflated tourist prices" and they laughed and said they forgot the price of something.

The fact that it happens so often tells me otherwise. This happened to me many times in Sarajevo and I finally asked a bartender about it and he told me that people do it there because they are so badly paid and they take advantage of tourists when they could.

Unfortunately, Baku isn't as affordable as Sarajevo for me, so I'm careful about what I'm charged here and always check every item against the menu price.

Never give your money to anyone

Ugh… I hate writing this one. But never leave your money unattended with anyone. The other night I ordered Indian food from my hostel.

This process is happening on Whatsapp and I informed them that I only have 50 manats (PKR 5843) on me (around $30). I needed them to bring change.

The guy who arrived had no change and acted confused at the request and suggested he take the bill to change and bring the change back.

As soon as I was handing it to him, the hostel clerk stepped in and said "No way!" He made the guy go get the currency from the real Indian restaurant himself.

He then proceeded to tell me that you never trust anyone here with your money unattended and it usually ends in theft.

By the way, a woman from Uzbekistan in my hostel has been here for a while and will continue to be here for a while because an Azeri man cheated her out of $2000 (PKR 397348).

Miraculously, he was found and the police arrested him and demanded that he work and pay her back. So she's stuck here until payment is made in full. I'm generally pretty confident with things, but just keep a guard here and be smart.

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Taxis in Baku

Unfortunately, Uber is the best way for foreigners to get around right now as taxi scams are rampant here and prices are often raised for foreigners.

While I don't always agree with Uber's principles, I do agree that I don't want to find myself in a weird and uncomfortable situation in a taxi. Been there, and done it in Kazakhstan a few times. It got me beaten.

Although Uber is the best way to get around when visiting Baku, ALWAYS check your car and driver. Local taxis tend to wave at the airport or train station and say "Uber" out loud assuming someone has ordered one. Be sure to check the license plate of the taxi to avoid any issues with this.

If you are arriving at the airport, read how to get from Baku airport to the city center with Uber and other options.

Beware of train bribes

It is extremely common for people working on the train to quote strangers more for tea or coffee. On the other hand, it should be where the line is drawn.

When I was on the train from Baku to Tbilisi, we went through the Azerbaijani customs and then stopped at the Georgian customs center.

The officer boarded and took my passport and left the train. I shared the cabin with another American; we were the only two foreigners on the whole train who were not native Russian speakers.

While we waited, we stripped our beds of all linens and put them each in a neat pile at the end of our beds along with the towels they gave us.

One of the women working on the train came in and asked if she could remove each pile of laundry from us. First of all, most of you who have taken Soviet-style trains know that this rarely happens. You must drop these things in a pile at the end of the train yourself.

Thirty minutes later she came to us and told us that a pillowcase was missing. We laughed and said there was none. She insisted it wasn't there. We told him to check again because he was probably wrapped in another sheet. She came back and scoured our cabin for that "lost pillowcase". It lasted at least half an hour.

She picked up a man who worked on the train and brought him to our cabin and he told us we had to pay for the pillowcase.

I vehemently refused and said I would get the police involved when I got back to Tbilisi if they didn't leave us alone. It was clearly a scam/bribe. There was no pillowcase missing. Once I threatened the police, they finally left us alone.

If I'm going to fly on a post-Soviet train, I'm not going to fly a rough pillowcase with "Azerbaijan Railways" written on it. I'll be looking for something better, like one of those soviet style teacups. Or the toilet paper in the bathrooms that mythically exists.

Be careful on the Baku metro

Pickpockets are common. But guess what? The same goes for other sordid stuff. I filled my BakiKart with some credit and went to the turnstiles to get to the subway escalators. A middle-aged lady pushed me out of the way after my card read green and charged my credit.

I was right next to the watching officer and he just stared at me with dead eyes like this kind of thing happens often. Nevertheless, it was then that I made the decision to leave Baku early.

I was actually on my way to buy a plane ticket to Nakhichevan when this happened. The metro is not very expensive, but if you visit Baku, be careful and aware of your surroundings.

Food, restaurants, and groceries in Baku

I could write a lot about this, as I ate out almost every day after having a nice, mild case of food poisoning from my own cooking. But here are the basics. I might expand on this in an entire article in the future.

Can you drink tap water in Baku?

Um...maybe? I drank tap water in Baku every day and had no problems. But I was staying in a clean place in an affluent part of town.

Generally speaking, it is advisable to buy bottled water in Baku and the rest of Azerbaijan. But I don't believe in plastic.

I strongly recommend that you take your own bottle of water with you to Azerbaijan and use one with a built-in filter. This article will show you which water bottle with a filter is best for traveling.

Grocery store

To be honest, I usually like to buy my products from market stalls. On this trip, however, I had to resort to getting them from a hypermarket for convenience (and the lack of market stalls around where I was staying). I also needed to buy flip-flops, hence the convenience issue.

I took the bus across town to the Bravo hypermarket, which was huge and had everything I needed. It was a bit pricey as they sold a lot of Waitrose branded products, but the local ingredients like produce were extremely affordable. I bought a kilo of tomatoes, lots of onions, courgettes, peppers, etc.

A few other popular stores in Baku are Fresco, Spar, Araz, and Neptun. I also went to Continental several times as I needed to use up my tomatoes last minute and make the necessary salsa and tortilla chips (Continental sold a lot of Edeka's products in Germany including salted tortilla chips).

Be careful not to indulge in one thing too quickly. I made like four eggs a day in an omelette that looked like cat vomit at the end and made myself super sick from the egg count.

I think my body wasn't used to Azeri eggs yet and I struggled as a result. The eggs are high quality…it was just my body I think (and probably used to poor quality ingredients in Western Europe).

Restaurants in Baku

I found that the restaurants serving traditional Azeri cuisine were all more or less the same. The menus look the same (and offer a million dishes) and the restaurants in Baku all tend to be underground and the areas are divided into small cave-like sections.

Azeri food is like many different foods I've tasted before, but with more oil and sometimes less flavor (depending on the dish).

They love the use of herbs, so if you are allergic to dill, mint, or coriander (cilantro), make note of that ahead of time.

Usually, the waiters are all male in these restaurants, which was one of the first things I noticed. I've had servers who were aloof and others who were extremely friendly. You can usually pay with Visa or Mastercard but check first.

However, you cannot add a tip to the card, so have cash on hand if you want to add more than the service charge usually already added.

Although my opinion of the cuisine is that it was a bit bland, take into account that I have a lot of experience in traveling to post-Soviet countries and Azeri cuisine is kind of a hodgepodge of different soviet dishes and Middle Eastern dishes.

So if I had plov in Baku, I didn't prefer it over Uzbek plov, etc. But most people I know liked the cuisine in Azerbaijan.

And, to be honest, the food is one of the best reasons to visit Azerbaijan, although I didn't like all the food I had there.

Common ingredients in Azerbaijani cuisine

The ingredients you will find in Azerbaijani cuisine are similar to those you will find in many other Caucasus countries.

Mutton, chicken, fish, cherries, quince, peppers, sumac (my favorite spice), tomato, apples, pomegranate, plum, apricot, eggplant, super delicious bread… just to name a few.

If you have food allergies and plan to visit Baku, get accurate translations of your allergy in Russian and Azerbaijani and show them to the waiters. I asked for 'no dill' repeatedly in multiple languages ​​and got it anyway.

Tipping in Azerbaijan

It depends a lot on where you are and what your bill is. I tend to always tip at least 10-15% because the American in me will have a panic attack and be unable to sleep if I don't.

However, if the service is bad, I don't care one way or another. In Baku, especially in the more "touristy" restaurants, they often add a service charge to your check.

They did it with me 9 times out of 10. It was usually such a meager sum that I still left a few manats, especially when the service was outstanding. My service was generally horrible or stellar. There has never been an in-between.

Markets in Baku

There are many markets in Baku where you can go for delicious and local products. While none were near where I was staying, with a little effort I could have located them.

The metro station (Sahil) was closed while I was in Baku so nothing was super convenient for me. Ask where you are staying for the market closest to you and enjoy the tasty produce that Azerbaijan has to offer!

Miscellaneous tips for visiting Baku

Accommodation in Baku

There is an abundance of places to stay in Baku, especially for a budget traveler. I looked in hotels, apartments, and hostels before visiting Baku.

The problem I had with the apartments was that I was going to be there during the Formula 1 race which meant accommodation was limited. I was using Airbnb and the only options available seemed sketchy as they quoted different prices throughout.

There was also one who pretended to be in Baku when he was really in Sumqayit. Hotels were all booked or just out of my price range. So, I went to a hostel.

I found a hostel called Sahil Hostel located near Sahil metro station and it was one of the best places I stayed. Easily one of the best hostels in Baku. They had a female dorm and it was affordable.

As with other hostels in town, I say do your research. If hostels cannot fill to capacity, they will usually house migrant workers or locals. This is common in former Soviet countries trying to develop tourism.

Although I have no problem with hostels doing this, I have found that I am more comfortable with other travelers as I have had issues with migrant workers (from Azerbaijan, actually) when I was staying at a place in Poland which made me feel really uncomfortable and follows me to my private room.

Soviet architecture in Baku

When you think of Baku, I doubt Soviet architecture comes to mind. It's probably more the modern stuff that currently dots the city and its skyline.

I met a girl on the train back from Baku to Tbilisi who was into Soviet architecture and she said she found Baku lacking in it.

I don't know where she looked, but there are resources online that can help you track things down and I found that there was a fair amount of Soviet architecture in Baku. You can use this resource to help you get started.

Baku is diverse

The city of Baku is actually quite diverse, even if it doesn't seem like it at first glance. The history of the country is extremely interesting and somehow shows why diversity exists in Azerbaijan today.

Although I won't go into the details of the story, just know that the city is home to many other CIS states, Iran, and many Gulf Coast countries.

In addition, many American and British ex-pats currently reside in Baku. Baku will most definitely be on your Azerbaijan itinerary and it's cool to see the country's people mixing together in one city.

Company opening hours

One of the best things about traveling is that you can experience different cultures and different standards. Imagine a cafe in the United States opening at 1000. There would be an uproar. Well, that's standard for Baku. The streets are pretty cold early in the morning, actually.

Instead of wallowing in the fact that you can't have an espresso or do your shopping at 08:00, take the opportunity to explore the city center and the old town because there's hardly anyone around!

Where to sleep in Baku

We've put together a guide to the best hotels in Baku, but we want to quickly recommend a few here for travelers to Baku. These places range from luxury to budget and all come highly recommended by us:

Hilton Baku (Splurge): Everyone knows the Hilton brand…and while we usually want to recommend somewhere that isn't a big chain, we know that many people traveling to Azerbaijan and Baku want something familiar (even if only to collect or use their points).

We recommend the Hilton Baku for this reason. It is luxurious and you will have an extremely comfortable stay in Baku. Click here for rates and availability.

Shah Palace Hotel (Mid-Range): This hotel has received high reviews from those who have experienced its hospitality and comfort. There are many amenities and it is located in a beautiful location in Baku.

Sahil Hostel & Hotel (Budget): This is my favorite hostel all over the world. I stayed there for several weeks and found a little "home" in Baku.

Even though I don't like hostels, this place was not a party palace but more of a comfortable place to stay with a fantastic location, a great owner and so much more. They offer private rooms and dormitories. Click here for rates and availability.

Should you book a trip to Baku?

I really think booking a trip to Baku will be a great getaway if you are a city dweller who also likes the options of a few day trips. It was easy to get around town and the food was delicious. The modern architecture is a beautiful blend of the old, too.

There are a lot of things to know before planning your visit to Baku, Azerbaijan, but these are hopefully some general tips to prepare you for a trip there. If you are traveling to Tbilisi or somewhere in Georgia, Azerbaijan is a great addition to your itinerary.

If you have any additional questions or comments, feel free to drop them below and I'll do my best to help!

Weather in August in Azerbaijan

Many people wonder what the weather is like in August in Azerbaijan. Is this month the right time to go to Azerbaijan? To answer this question, we have created this page with all the information you need.

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How is the weather in Azerbaijan in August?

The weather in Azerbaijan in August is generally perfect. August is a summer month in Azerbaijan.

August is a hot month with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Baku. It's a very hot month, so be prepared and make sure to dress lightly.

In Azerbaijan, rainfall in August ranges from light in Baku with 6 mm (0.2 in) of precipitation to moderate in Qabala with 57 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation. In general, it is a sunny month with an average of 282 hours of sunshine in Baku during the whole month.

When is the best time to visit Baku?

The best time to visit Baku is from early September to November. The weather is like a happy spring here during this period.

What is the coldest month in Azerbaijan?

January

The best time of year to visit Baku in Azerbaijan the hottest month is July with an average high temperature of 30°C (86°F). The coldest month is January with an average high temperature of 6°C (42°F). November is the wettest month.

What month does it snow in Baku?

When does it snow in Baku? The months of snowfall in Baku are from January to March, November, and December.

Is Azerbaijan cold or hot?

Climate and average weather all year round in Baku Azerbaijan. In Baku, the summers are hot, humid, arid, and clear; the winters are long, very cold, dry, and partly cloudy; and it is windy all year round. During the year, the temperature generally varies from 3°C to 30°C and is rarely lower than 29°C or higher than 30°C.

Is Baku a safe city to visit?

Crime levels in Baku are generally low, but muggings do occasionally occur after dark in the city center around western bars and clubs and near dimly lit entrances to private apartments. Take reasonable precautions: be vigilant, avoid carrying large sums of money, and do not walk alone at night.

Is Baku Azerbaijan Worth Visiting?

A unique history, fantastic food and wine, and plenty of sights await travelers in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Baku is one of the most promising tourist destinations and is an exhilarating mix of oil-driven progress and ancient Asian cultures.

Does it sometimes rain in Baku?

There is little rainfall in Baku all year round. Based on the Köppen-Geiger climate classification, the climate here is classified as BSk. The average temperature here is 15.4°C | 59.8°F. In one year, precipitation is 291 mm | 11.5 inches.

Is Baku an expensive city?

While Baku is certainly trying to build a luxurious and grandiose image of itself, and the city has earned a reputation as the most expensive capital in the Caucasus region, the total cost of your trip to Azerbaijan or Baku does not need to break your bank. …

Is Baku safe? How much is Baku?

Summary of cost of living in Baku, Azerbaijan: Family of four, estimated monthly costs are $1,581 (PKR 314104) (male 2,689) without rent. The estimated monthly costs for a single person are $439 (PKR 87218) (747 men) without rent. Baku is 68.48% cheaper than New York (without rent).

Is Baku cheap or expensive?

All in all, you can expect your average daily trip to Baku, Azerbaijan to cost around €30-40 (PKR 6415-8554) per person per day. This can very easily be reduced if you opt for more affordable dining establishments or if you don't eat all meals out, travel more slowly and stay in more economical accommodation.