Sokhumi
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Sokhumi month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Sokhumi are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 25–28°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 28°C), January the coldest (average low 2°C), and September the wettest (about 160 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.5 | 1.7 | 148 | 5.1 |
| February | 10.1 | 2.2 | 126 | 6.0 |
| March | 12.8 | 4.4 | 142 | 7.0 |
| April | 17.0 | 8.2 | 118 | 9.0 |
| May | 20.4 | 12.6 | 138 | 10.3 |
| June | 24.6 | 17.7 | 106 | 12.4 |
| July | 26.9 | 20.3 | 118 | 12.5 |
| August | 28.4 | 21.5 | 60 | 12.1 |
| September | 24.6 | 16.9 | 160 | 10.2 |
| October | 19.9 | 11.7 | 140 | 8.2 |
| November | 15.7 | 7.0 | 131 | 7.0 |
| December | 11.6 | 3.8 | 160 | 5.1 |
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01 · OverviewSokhumi, in brief
Sokhumi is a city on the eastern coast of the Black Sea in Georgia.
It lies within the disputed region of Abkhazia and functions as the area’s largest urban centre.
Geography and Climate
The city occupies a wide bay that opens onto the Black Sea, giving it an extensive shoreline of sandy beaches and a natural harbour that supports both a port and a rail junction. Its coastal position creates a mild, semitropical climate that has long attracted visitors to its mineral‑water spas and sanatoriums. The climate is characterised by relatively warm summers and mild winters, a pattern that supports the city’s reputation as a holiday resort.
- Broad, gently sloping beaches along the Black Sea
- Numerous sanatoriums and mineral‑water spas
- Semitropical climate with warm summers and mild winters
- Membership in the International Black Sea Club
Geographically, Sokhumi sits at latitude 43.00697 N and longitude 40.9893 E, placing it in the Europe/Moscow time zone. The city’s elevation is not recorded, reflecting its sea‑level setting. Administratively, it is part of the Abkhazia region of Georgia, and its population is recorded as 65 439 residents.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | Georgia |
| Region | Abkhazia |
| Latitude | 43.00697 °N |
| Longitude | 40.9893 °E |
| Population | 65 439 |
| Timezone | Europe/Moscow |
| Currency | GEL |
| Languages | Georgian, Russian, Armenian, Azerbaijani |
For further details, see the Sokhumi entry on Wikipedia or the GeoNames record for Sokhumi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sokhumi
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01 · Q&AWhere is Sokhumi located and what are its coordinates?
Sokhumi is situated in Georgia at geographic coordinates 43.0070, 40.9893 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Sokhumi?
Sokhumi has a recorded population of approximately 65,439 and observes the Europe/Moscow time zone (GEL).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Sokhumi?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Sokhumi include ka, ru, hy, az, and the circulating currency is GEL.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Sokhumi?
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