February · Iran
Best time to visit Persepolis in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Persepolis in February
Average temperature 6°C, 56 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
7.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Persepolis scores 7.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Persepolis is the ruined ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid empire, with vast halls and carved reliefs near Shiraz.
February in Persepolis: strong conditions, 8th of 12
Expect 6°C (43°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.1/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Persepolis — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Persepolis in February?
- In February, Persepolis averages 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Persepolis?
- February earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Persepolis in February?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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