March · Iran
Best time to visit Shiraz in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Shiraz in March
Average temperature 11°C, 32 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.1/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 32 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Shiraz scores 9.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 32 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Shiraz is the garden city of Iran, home to Hafez and Saadi tombs and the pink-tiled Nasir al-Mulk Mosque.
March is one of the strongest months in Shiraz (4th)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 32 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Shiraz at 9.1/10 (4th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Shiraz in March?
- In March, Shiraz averages 11°C, 32 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Shiraz?
- March earns a 9.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Shiraz in March?
- Expect about 32 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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