What is the best time to visit Iran? This has many different answers depending on what you want to do. Iran offers endless opportunities and various experiences for people with different interests; from those who love in-depth cultural traditions, to those who are fond of trekking & adventure trips. For sure Iran is the travel destination to fall in love with: its mesmerizing architecture, serene deserts, jagged mountains, and emerald jungles are all fascinating.
Iran is one of the countries in the world which has four seasons at one time. While the north is covered with snow, in the south you’ll experience the pleasant tropical weather. Therefore, Iran’s climate varies greatly due to its geological feature. In the winter, you can go skiing in the north of Tehran, and a day later you can head south to Kashan to experience the warmth of sands at Iran’s beautiful deserts such as Maranjab or Mesr Desert. This is Iran’s natural diversity at its best!
Spring is a pleasant season to visit Iran and the high season for traveling to Iran starts in March and continues to the end of May. Why? Because during these months, temperature and weather conditions are ideal for traveling all across Iran, as it is neither too hot nor too cold. The prices will be higher this time and there will be more tourists so you might want to reserve your room/accommodation in Iran way before traveling. This is the best time to experience the Iran classic tours and experience customs like Nowruz and Golab Giri.
Temperatures rise to somewhat a comfortable range during spring.
In March, coastal areas are cool; southern regions are a bit warmer while mountainous regions are cooler. However, even in the highland’s temperature doesn’t drop below 10 °C.
In April, temperatures are even nicer. So, this is the best time to go hiking in the north since the country is cooler and less humid. It is also the best period for outdoor adventures in the deserts or visiting arid, hot places like Persepolis and cities like Yazd.
Spring is one of the best times to taste the culture of Iran. Take a look at the Iran in-depth Cultural Tours and decide on those experiences and stories you’d like to unfold in the coming spring.
One of the most important factors before traveling is to check the weather. Choosing the best destination based on the season can help you to enjoy the trip more. As Iran is a large country and vast in length, you can see different climates throughout the region. It’s obvious that a trip to the south of Iran in summer is not a suitable option for people who don’t like hot and humid weather. Here we suggest you proper destinations during the summers.
Summer begins with a slight decrease in precipitation. From June to August, the number of foreign tourists declines and there will be good discounts on tours and experiences because the temperatures increase all across the country and you should be able to withstand the heat to travel to cities like Shiraz, Yazd & Kashan. Despite the high temperature, you can still visit cities like Kerman, Yazd, and shiraz if you choose to go sightseeing in the early morning or in the evening. Moreover, you can head to the North of Iran for hiking & trekking on the top of the Alborz mountains to escape the sun. Mount Damavand, Alamut, and Tochal are among the popular destinations for hiking and trekking in Iran. This period is also busy with Iranian travelers who want to enjoy the warm vacations of summer, so book your accommodation and tickets if possible.
There is an Iranian saying that “autumn is a spring being in love”. For tourism, autumn with its amazing beauty like spring which is the beautiful season of the nature and the time for sightseeing also encourages those tasteful people interested in travel to discover its beauties. There are many autumn destinations in Iran that foreign tourists are interested in.
Pleasant weather and cool breeze of autumn, colorful trees and many other attractions are the reason for autumn to be suggested for travel. Destinations introduced in continuation are from among the best autumn destinations in Iran. So, prepare yourself for travel at your earliest convenience and begin a memorable autumn travel.
Autumn brings rains to the country and the highest amount of precipitation occurs in October. October temperature ranges between 22 and 25 °C (72-77 °F); thus, the weather is pleasant for a perfect journey all over Iran in a season when you can easily avoid crowds of travelers. Yet, as November begins the weather starts to get colder. The best time for enjoying the sand dunes and desert tours in Iran is October. Autumn gives you a real-time adventure in the desert. This period is the shoulder season to visit Iran, you can expect a drop in accommodation prices and your flight tickets. The rush would have worn off, and you can enjoy the country without irritating crowds. Generally, autumn is a great time to visit Iran.
Since Iran is located in the Northern Hemisphere, snowfall occurs between the months of November to February. You will not feel cold in the southern part of Iran, alongside the mesmerizing Persian Gulf. On contrary, it will be freezing in the Northern areas, alongside Caspian Sea. In the central regions though, you feel the winter for its continental and mountainous weather.
Snowfall in Iran
In the vast area of Iran, the climate and temperature differ because of being a four-season country. But this may be different due to the location of cities in Iran. In the southern parts of Iran, the average temperature reaches 18º C at least; while on the other hand, it gets above 22º C, at most. But in central and especially in the northern parts of Iran the temperature may decrease to -8º C and 10º C at most. And expect to see the beautiful snow in the north, foothills of mountains in Iran, and some central cities. So don’t forget to bring your warm clothes while traveling to Iran during the months of November until February.
As the temperatures start to drop again, few tourists travel to Iran between November and February, unless they are going skiing at Tochal, Shemshak, and Dizin Ski Resort. This season is the best time to Ski in the north or sightsee in the south of Iran which is still warm and pleasant. Tehran and northern Iran become so cold that you will have to bring warm clothes if you like traveling in the winter. A lot of hotels and resorts will offer great deals for those who want to visit in this season, so if you are interested in saving money, this would be the best time for you to do so. The other choice would be the southern cities and islands like Chabahar and Kish. One of the cultural experiences in the winter is the Yalda Festival in which you can be a part of Iranian families and hear their old Persian stories.
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