Best Time to Visit Rasht, Gilan, Iran
Rasht is at its sunniest and driest in April–July.
The best time to visit Rasht for sunny, dry weather is April–July — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–August; the wetter half falls in September–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 5.2°C / 41.4°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in (July) to 202 mm / 8 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rasht, Gilan, Iran's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Rasht's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 14.1°C57.4°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.5°C72.5°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 24.8°C76.6°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rasht?
The best time to visit Rasht for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is July with about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rasht's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Rasht?
The rainy season at Rasht, Gilan runs through September–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 98 mm / 3.9 in. The wettest single month is October (202 mm / 8 in).
What is the driest month in Rasht?
The driest month in Rasht is July, averaging about 29 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Rasht?
The least comfortable months for travel to Rasht — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 202 mm / 8 in in October, and the coldest month averages 5.2°C / 41.4°F.
Is Rasht climate different from Iran overall?
Yes, usually. Our Rasht figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Iran figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Rasht specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.