Yazd, in central Iran, features a hot desert climate with extremely hot, dry summers and mild, sunny winters. The city is famed for its clear skies, minimal rainfall, and dramatic temperature swings between day and night. With abundant sunshine and unique desert architecture, Yazd is a captivating destination for history, culture, and adventure year-round.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Yazd’s climate is defined by its desert setting, resulting in four distinct seasons and some of the lowest annual rainfall in Iran – typically around 50–60 mm per year. Summers (June–August) are extremely hot and arid, with average highs of 38–40°C and lows of 23–26°C. July is the hottest month, and daytime temperatures can occasionally reach 43°C or higher. Rainfall is virtually nonexistent in summer, and humidity drops as low as 10–15%. Sunshine is abundant, with up to 12–13 hours per day, and the UV index is very high. Winds are generally light to moderate (10–15 km/h), but desert dust or haze can occur during breezy periods.
Winters (December–February) are mild and sunny, with average highs of 12–15°C and lows of 1–4°C. Nights can be chilly, sometimes dropping below freezing, but snow is rare. Rainfall is scarce, with January and February typically seeing only 10–12 mm each. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are transitional, with pleasant temperatures (20–33°C), low humidity, and minimal rainfall. These seasons are ideal for outdoor activities, with clear skies and comfortable conditions. Daylight varies from nearly 14 hours in June to under 10 hours in December, and Yazd enjoys over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year.
| Average climate data for Yazd, Iran | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 0 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 24 | 21 | 15 | 6 | 2 | 25 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | -6 | -5 | -1 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 4 | -1 | -4 | -6 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 24 | 20 | 22 | 47 | 70 | 95 | 81 | 59 | 37 | 31 | 30 | 32 | 548 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 6 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 92 |
| Average snowfall (mm) | 60 | 115 | 58 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 26 | 58 | 335 |
| Average snowfall days (days) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 40 | 38 | 29 | 28 | 22 | 14 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 23 | 37 | 35 | 26 |
| Average wind speed (km/h) | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Average cloud coverage (%) | 12 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 11 | 10 |
| Average UV index | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
The best time to visit Yazd is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when temperatures are mild (20–33°C), humidity is low, and skies are clear. These seasons offer ideal conditions for exploring Yazd’s historic sites, desert excursions, and enjoying local festivals, with comfortable weather and fewer extremes.
The least favourable time to visit Yazd is from June to August, when daytime temperatures regularly exceed 40°C, rainfall is virtually absent, and the sun is intense. Outdoor activities can be uncomfortable or even dangerous during midday. Winter is mild but nights can be cold, though the city remains sunny and pleasant for sightseeing.
Yazd has a hot desert climate with extremely hot, dry summers and mild, sunny winters. Rainfall is minimal throughout the year, and the city enjoys abundant sunshine and dramatic temperature swings between day and night.
The best time to visit Yazd is in spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), when temperatures are mild, humidity is low, and skies are clear. These seasons are perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Summer highs in Yazd typically reach 38–40°C, with July being the hottest month. Daytime temperatures can occasionally exceed 43°C, and humidity is very low, making the heat intense but dry.
Rainfall in Yazd is extremely scarce, with annual totals around 50–60 mm. Most rain falls in winter and spring, but even then, it is light. Snow is rare due to the dry climate and mild winter temperatures.
Winds in Yazd are generally light to moderate (10–15 km/h), but desert dust or haze can occur during breezy periods, especially in spring and summer. The city’s architecture is designed to cope with these conditions.
Pack light, breathable clothing for summer, strong sun protection, and a hat. In spring and autumn, bring layers for cool evenings. For winter, add a jacket for chilly nights. Moisturiser and water bottles are essential year-round.
Yazd enjoys over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, with up to 12–13 hours per day in summer and 7–8 hours in winter. Clear skies are the norm, making it one of Iran’s sunniest cities.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is July (24.6 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is January (0.2 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 13.6 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is July (12.7 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is January (-6.4 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 3.7 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is June (95.2 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is February (19.8 mm). Over the whole year there are 548.1 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is June (11 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is March (4.9 days). Over the whole year there are 91.6 days of rain on average.
The month with the most snowfall is February (114.9 mm). The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0 mm). Over the whole year there are 334.6 mm of snowfall on average.
The month with the most days of snowfall is January (1.2 days). The month with the fewest days of snowfall is June (0 days). Over the whole year there are 3 days of snowfall on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is January (39.8 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is July (12.5 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 25.8 %.
The windiest month, with the highest average wind speed, is July (8.9 km/h). The calmest month, with the lowest average wind speed, is September (5.9 km/h). The overall average wind speed over the whole year is 7.4 km/h.
The month with the cloudiest skies, so the highest cloud coverage, is April (15.8 %). The month with the clearest skies, so the lowest cloud coverage, is September (2.6 %). Over the whole year there is an average cloud coverage of 9.7 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is June (Average daylight: 15.1 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is December (Average daylight: 8.1 h). Over the whole year there are 11.8 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is June (Average sunshine: 8 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is December (Average sunshine: 1.1 h). Over the whole year there are 5 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are June and July (UV index: 8). The months with the lowest average UV index are January, November and December (UV index: 1). Over the whole year the average UV index is 4.2.
