The best times to visit Shiraz for ideal weather are

March 26th to May 27th

or

September 17th to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Shiraz Travel Info

Weather in Shiraz

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shiraz vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 44th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Shiraz, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid July where highs are regularly around 102.9°F (39.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.4°F (20.8°C) at night.

Shiraz Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shiraz Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Shiraz Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shiraz Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shiraz Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 55.7 42.9 30.2
Feb 60.8 48.3 34.9
Mar 69.7 56.3 41
Apr 77.7 64.5 49
May 89.2 75.7 58.1
Jun 98.6 84.5 65.3
Jul 102 88.1 69.6
Aug 99.6 85.5 67.4
Sep 93.5 78.2 59.5
Oct 83.6 67.9 50.2
Nov 68.2 53.8 39.7
Dec 59.8 45.4 31.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.2 6.1 -1
Feb 16 9.1 1.6
Mar 20.9 13.5 5
Apr 25.4 18.1 9.4
May 31.8 24.3 14.5
Jun 37 29.2 18.5
Jul 38.9 31.2 20.9
Aug 37.6 29.7 19.7
Sep 34.2 25.7 15.3
Oct 28.7 19.9 10.1
Nov 20.1 12.1 4.3
Dec 15.4 7.4 -0.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shiraz are September, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late April. For example, on the week of April 23rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Shiraz? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to early to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Shiraz is often around around January 1st when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Shiraz.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shiraz (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 13% 1.8 1.9
Feb 15% 0 1.6
Mar 10% 0 1.3
Apr 7% 0 1
May 2% 0 0.5
Jun 3% 0 2.1
Jul 1% 0 0.5
Aug 1% 0 0
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 3% 0 0.6
Nov 11% 0 2.2
Dec 5% 0 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 4.6 4.8
Feb 15 0 4.1
Mar 10 0 3.3
Apr 7 0 2.5
May 2 0 1.3
Jun 3 0 5.3
Jul 1 0 1.3
Aug 1 0 0
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 3 0 1.5
Nov 11 0 5.6
Dec 5 0 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Shiraz has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is June (10.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (46.4%).

Wind in Shiraz is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is May, followed by March and June. May’s average wind speed of around 4.4 knots (5 MPH or 8.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 14.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Shiraz.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.3 Barely noticeable 9.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.3 Barely noticeable 11.2 Significant breeze
Mar 4.2 Light breeze 13.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.1 Light breeze 14 Significant breeze
May 4.4 Light breeze 13.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jul 3.9 Barely noticeable 12.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.5 Barely noticeable 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 3 Barely noticeable 11.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.7 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.2 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 1.8 Barely noticeable 8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 46.4%
Feb 39.1%
Mar 29.2%
Apr 28.1%
May 17%
Jun 10.8%
Jul 12%
Aug 13.5%
Sep 13.9%
Oct 20.1%
Nov 38.6%
Dec 41.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shiraz?

Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Iran; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Shiraz, Iran is November, followed by September and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Shiraz in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 41 in June means 41% of the tourists vs. November.

 

 

Overall Shiraz Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 95.6°F (35.3°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Shiraz, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 95.3°F (35.2°C) and 62.6°F (17°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Shiraz to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 65.3°F (18.5°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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