Climate Insights for Rasht

Chelekhane, بخش مرکزی رشت, Gilan Province, Iran

Hottest
August
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
January
3°C low38°F low
Wettest
October
209 mm rain8.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June
Mild temps & low rain

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

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 3°FebMax: 12°Average: 8°Min: 4°MarMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 7°AprMax: 19°Average: 15°Min: 10°MayMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°JunMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°JulMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 21°AugMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 21°SepMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°OctMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°NovMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 9°DecMax: 14°Average: 10°Min: 6°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 54°FAverage: 46°FMin: 38°FFebMax: 54°FAverage: 46°FMin: 39°FMarMax: 60°FAverage: 52°FMin: 45°FAprMax: 67°FAverage: 58°FMin: 50°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FJulMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FAugMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 72°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FNovMax: 63°FAverage: 55°FMin: 48°FDecMax: 57°FAverage: 49°FMin: 42°F
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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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 132mmSnow: 12mmFebPrecipitation: 146mmSnow: 33mmMarPrecipitation: 121mmSnow: 3mmAprPrecipitation: 86mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 73mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 206mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 209mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 196mmSnow: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 5mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 5inFebPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 13inMarPrecipitation: 4.8inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 2.9inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 8.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 8.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 7.7inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 2in
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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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 6km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

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

Jan8°46°F
Feb8°46°F
Mar11°52°F
Apr15°58°F
May19°67°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul26°78°F
Aug26°78°F
Sep22°72°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov13°55°F
Dec10°49°F

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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
3 °C38 °F
12 °C54 °F
7 km/h5 mph
132 mm5.2 in
12 cm5 in
Feb
4 °C39 °F
12 °C54 °F
7 km/h4 mph
146 mm5.7 in
33 cm13 in
Mar
7 °C45 °F
16 °C60 °F
7 km/h4 mph
121 mm4.8 in
3 cm1 in
Apr
10 °C50 °F
19 °C67 °F
6 km/h4 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
6 km/h4 mph
72 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C65 °F
29 °C83 °F
6 km/h4 mph
39 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C70 °F
30 °C86 °F
6 km/h4 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C70 °F
30 °C87 °F
6 km/h4 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
206 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C56 °F
22 °C71 °F
6 km/h4 mph
209 mm8.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
9 °C48 °F
17 °C63 °F
6 km/h4 mph
196 mm7.7 in
3 cm1 in
Dec
6 °C42 °F
14 °C57 °F
7 km/h4 mph
130 mm5.1 in
5 cm2 in