Climate Insights for Zanjan
sadi vasat, بخش مرکزی, Zanjan Province, Iran
Climate Overview
The climate in Zanjan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 475 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 80 mm of rainfall. Zanjan 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 -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 138cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Zanjan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 18.7 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.1 in of rainfall. Zanjan 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 20°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 54in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Zanjan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Zanjan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 66°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 20°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zanjan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 475 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 80 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 4 mm. That's 75 mm less than March, 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 138cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 37cm.Zanjan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.1 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 3 in less than March, 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 54in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 15in.
Wind
Zanjan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zanjan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zanjan is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zanjan is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 20°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zanjan 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 Zanjan 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.