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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Birjand.
Birjand, Iran, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 34°C (93°F) and January dropping to 9°C (48°F).
With just 219 mm (8.6 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate. Sunshine peaks in August, when the city sees around 11.6 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Birjand - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Birjand can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in July to -3°C (27°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Birjand experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rain/snowfall, generally receiving 219 mm (8.6 in) annually. Birjand can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 53 mm (2.1 in) of precipitation over 8 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of precipitation spread across a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Birjand Precipitation page.
Birjand can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 11.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 6.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Birjand.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 57%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 21%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in November and December and highest during July. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Birjand. In contrast, January and July tend to have less optimal conditions. Birjand has a distinct dry season from April to January, with very warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from -3°C (27°F) to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 219 mm (8.6 in). February is the wettest month with 53 mm (2.1 in), while July is the driest with 0.2 mm (0.01 in).
Birjand receives around 3,175 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 349 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 190 hours. Overall, Birjand enjoys abundant sunshine.
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