Climate Insights for Rasht
Chelekhane, بخش مرکزی رشت, Gilan Province, Iran
Climate Overview
The climate in Rasht is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1,515 mm of precipitation falls per year. Rasht receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rasht is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Rasht is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 59.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Rasht receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Rasht is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 38°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Rasht vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Rasht vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 46°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Rasht is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,515 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 209 mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 39 mm. That's 169 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.Rasht is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 59.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.2 in of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1.5 in. That's 6.7 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 13in.
Wind
Rasht is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Rasht is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Rasht is during May and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 56 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Rasht is during May and June, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 38°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rasht based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Rasht based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.