Birjand Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
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.
Monthly Temperature in Birjand
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.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Birjand
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 days. For more details, please visit our Birjand Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Birjand
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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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Birjand by Month
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Birjand
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?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Birjand 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Birjand
During April, May, September and October, Birjand experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 23°C (73°F) and 30°C (85°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 1 mm (0.04 in) and 26 mm (1 in). Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
