Shiraz, Iran

🇮🇷 Shiraz, Iran

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Safety: Avoid all travel

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Temp (°C)36°
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Precipitation0%0%0%0%0%0%0%
Humidity26%26%28%25%24%22%19%
Wind13 km/h15 km/h17 km/h16 km/h7 km/h11 km/h8 km/h

Best time to visit Shiraz

The best time to visit Shiraz is March to May and September to October, when mild to warm conditions suit gardens, historic sights and day trips. June to August is hot and dry, while November to February is cooler with rain or occasional snow. Visiting around Nowruz from about 20 March can mean crowds, higher prices and some closures.

JanuaryOKTemp (°C)8°Rain (mm)23Sun Hours7Dry Days26

January is cold, around -3°C to 5°C, with rain and occasional snow. Mountain roads can have wintry conditions.

FebruaryOKTemp (°C)8°Rain (mm)37Sun Hours7Dry Days22

February is chilly, around -1°C to 7°C, with rain or snow possible. Gardens and historic sights suit visitors prepared for cold weather.

MarchGreatTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)28Sun Hours10Dry Days25

March is mild, around 3°C to 14°C, with spring flowers and suitable sightseeing weather. Nowruz from about 20 March brings crowds, higher prices and some closures.

AprilGreatTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)16Sun Hours12Dry Days25

April is mild, around 9°C to 20°C, with occasional rain and good conditions for gardens, mosques and archaeological sites.

MayGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)2Sun Hours12Dry Days27

May is warm, around 14°C to 26°C, with notable spring flowers and comfortable conditions for city sightseeing and excursions.

JuneOKTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days27

June is hot and dry, around 19°C to 32°C, with strong sunshine and little rain. Early or late visits suit outdoor sights.

JulyOKTemp (°C)31°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days28

July is very hot and dry, around 22°C to 35°C, with occasional extreme heat. Morning and evening visits suit outdoor attractions.

AugustOKTemp (°C)30°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days29

August is intensely hot and dry, around 21°C to 34°C, with almost no rain. Indoor attractions and early or late visits suit the conditions.

SeptemberGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days28

September is warm and dry, around 17°C to 30°C, with clear conditions for gardens, historic sites and day trips. Afternoon heat remains possible.

OctoberGreatTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours8Dry Days28

October is mild, around 11°C to 22°C, with comfortable sightseeing conditions and occasional rain. Day trips are suitable in clear weather.

NovemberOKTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)28Sun Hours7Dry Days26

November is cool, around 5°C to 15°C, with rain and chilly evenings. Mountain excursions can encounter early winter conditions.

DecemberOKTemp (°C)9°Rain (mm)14Sun Hours7Dry Days27

December is cold, around 0°C to 8°C, with rain and occasional snow. Mountain areas can have wintry conditions.

Sources: responsibletravel.com

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Brief

  • Shiraz is known for kalam polo (herbed rice with meatballs), Shirazi salad, do piazeh aloo (spiced potato), and the local rosewater dessert faloodeh.
  • Expect strict local dress and conduct rules: women should cover their hair and wear loose clothing, and alcohol is prohibited.
  • Carry cash and keep flexible plans. International cards and many online services may not work reliably in Iran because of sanctions and connectivity restrictions.
  • Medical supplies can be difficult to obtain because of sanctions. Comprehensive travel insurance, including evacuation cover, is particularly important. (wikivoyage.org)

Safety and health

  • The regional military escalation makes travel to Iran, including Shiraz, high risk. Avoid military, government, energy and security sites, do not photograph demonstrations or infrastructure, and stay away from crowds and protests. Foreign nationals may face detention or intense questioning over perceived political or journalistic activity. (indiatimes.com | aljazeera.com)
  • Use insect and tick precautions, especially outside the city: dengue and leishmaniasis are mosquito- and sand-fly-borne, while Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever can be transmitted by ticks or infected animal body fluids. (cdc.gov)
  • Avoid swimming or wading in untreated freshwater. After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, mud and contaminated soil, cover cuts, and use safe drinking water because of schistosomiasis and melioidosis risks. (cdc.gov)
  • A yellow-fever certificate is required for travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying airport transits; it is not generally recommended for direct travel from the United States. (cdc.gov)

Recent News

  • 6 September 2026: Reports indicate a sharp escalation in the US-Iran conflict, including attacks on Iranian tankers and disruption to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Although Shiraz is inland, the escalation may affect flights, fuel availability, communications and onward travel throughout Iran. (foxnews.com | wsj.com)
  • 31 August 2026: Unverified reports described Iranian fighter-jet activity over Shiraz following further US strikes. Treat aviation and security conditions as liable to change at short notice. (indiatimes.com)
  • Late August to early September 2026: Opposition and resistance activity was reported in Shiraz alongside a wider crackdown and increased executions of political prisoners. Visitors should avoid political gatherings, protest-related areas and any photography that could be interpreted as documenting dissent. (the-independent.com | iran-hrm.com)

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