Best Time to Visit Zahedan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran
Zahedan is at its sunniest and driest in March–October.
The best time to visit Zahedan for sunny, dry weather is March–October — 8 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 6.8°C / 44.2°F in January to 29°C / 84.2°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (September) to 23 mm / 0.9 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zahedan, Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Zahedan'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 14.2°C57.6°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 20.1°C68.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| May | 24.8°C76.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 28.2°C82.8°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 29°C84.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.3°C81.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 23.3°C73.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 18.5°C65.3°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Zahedan?
The best time to visit Zahedan for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 29°C / 84.2°F, and the driest is September with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zahedan's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Zahedan?
The rainy season at Zahedan, Sistan and Baluchestan runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 4 mm / 0.2 in. The wettest single month is January (23 mm / 0.9 in).
What is the driest month in Zahedan?
The driest month in Zahedan is September, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.3°C / 73.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Zahedan?
The least comfortable months for travel to Zahedan — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 23 mm / 0.9 in in January, and the coldest month averages 6.8°C / 44.2°F.
Is Zahedan climate different from Iran overall?
Yes, usually. Our Zahedan 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 Zahedan specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.