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Best time to go to Iranian Azerbaijan

Find the best time to travel to Iranian Azerbaijan using month-by-month climate and weather. Also compare tourist crowding by season. Also explore the region's main cities to find best time to go to Iran. Identify the activities to prioritize by month.

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Climate

Climate of Iranian Azerbaijan

Explore monthly temperatures and rainfall city by city in Iranian Azerbaijan with our detailed climate charts.

Weather charts: temperatures and precipitation in Iranian Azerbaijan

Climate averages in Tabriz

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-7°C to 32°C 291 mm/year (max 42 mm/month)

Temperatures

Average curve and range between monthly minima and maxima.
Average Min / max

Precipitation

Average monthly rainfall observed each month.
Average rainfall
Cities and places

Main cities of Iranian Azerbaijan

Compare the main towns in the region to choose your base according to the weather, climate and the best time to travel.

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Tabriz
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Tabriz

Zanjan
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Zanjan

Miandoab
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Miandoab

Kandovan
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Kandovan

Khvoy
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Khvoy

Marand
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Marand

Activities

Best time to go to Iranian Azerbaijan according to your preferences

Identify the most favorable months for each travel desire to Iranian Azerbaijan and the activities you wish to do there.

Hiking and trekking

9/10
Best months
April May June September October
In the Northwest (Iranian Azerbaijan), hiking lets you explore mountains, plateaus and valleys from bases such as Tabriz, Kandovan, Zanjan, Khvoy, Marand or Miandoab. You’ll... experience varied routes — rocky trails, cultivated hills and rivers — with marked weather changes depending on altitude. Bring appropriate gear: it can be warm low down, with snow or mud at higher elevations and out of season.

Winter sports and snow

9/10
Best months
January February December
In Iran’s Northwest (Iranian Azerbaijan), snow activities and winter sports offer snowy mountain scenery, winter walks and short outings on local slopes from bases such as... Tabriz, Miandoab, Zanjan, Kandovan, Khvoy and Marand. Infrastructure remains limited depending on the sites: favor higher ranges for skiable terrain and check road and access conditions before setting out.

Cultural visits and heritage

8/10
Best months
March April May June September October
In Iran’s Northwest, cultural visits reveal a rich urban and rural heritage from Tabriz to Kandovan, Zanjan, Miandoab, Khvoy and Marand. Between listed bazaars, mosques... , museums, craft workshops and the troglodyte village of Kandovan, these routes offer immersive walks. Seasons affect the atmosphere and comfort of visits; adapt your itineraries to local conditions.

Nature and landscapes

8/10
Best months
April May June September October
In northwestern Iran, discovering the panoramas combines mountains, plateaus, valleys and rural landscapes. From Tabriz, Kandovan, Miandoab, Zanjan, Khvoy or Marand, small... roads and viewpoints lead you to observe fairy chimneys, orchards, seasonal rivers and steppes. The routes are suitable for walks and photography; some views are less clear in snow or bad weather.

Nightlife

7/10
Best months
April May June July August September
In Iran’s Northwest, nightlife mainly consists of convivial gatherings in cafés, teahouses and restaurants, ideal for meeting locals. Tabriz, Zanjan and Miandoab remain calm... in the evenings: walks, terraces and neighborhood atmosphere prevail over large festive outings. Activity suited to visitors who want to observe daily life; options may vary by city.

Gastronomy

10/10
Best months
January February March April May June July August September October November December
In the Northwest (Iranian Azerbaijan), gastronomy offers a way to discover Azeri and regional Iranian cuisine through markets, small stalls and restaurants in Miandoab... , Tabriz, Kandovan, Khvoy, Marand and Zanjan. Expect traditional breads, dishes based on grains, vegetables and meats, pastries and local products; offerings vary by season and by the opening of local establishments.
Visitor numbers

Crowd levels and tourist seasons

Compare the busiest periods and the quieter months to plan your trip to Iranian Azerbaijan according to the atmosphere you seek.

Peak season
JulyAugust
High season
AprilMayJuneSeptemberDecember
Mid-season
JanuaryMarchOctoberNovember
Low season
February
Crowds at a glance

How do visitor numbers change in Iranian Azerbaijan?

Visitor numbers in Iranian Azerbaijan vary significantly depending on the time of year. The choice of month can therefore really change the atmosphere of the trip: livelier in high season, more relaxed and quieter in low season.

The high season is concentrated mainly in April, May, June, July, August, September and December, with more visitors, a livelier atmosphere and often increased demand for accommodations.

To travel with fewer crowds, the months of January, February, March, October and November are generally the most interesting in terms of crowds.

Updated on 15/09/2026

Visitor index month by month

An index from 0 to 100 to visualize how visitor numbers vary over the year.
The information and the chart above are an average of visitor numbers in Iranian Azerbaijan. The low and high season dates may therefore vary depending on regions, cities, climate, or certain local events.
Regions

Other regions of Iran

Find our information on the climate and the best times for the other regions of Iran.

Frequently asked questions

Best time to go to Iranian Azerbaijan: Frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we most often ask ourselves before booking.

The best weather conditions in Iranian Azerbaijan are concentrated over 5 months: May, June, July, August and September. It is during this period that the weather is considered good to ideal.

Regarding weather, the least favorable months in Iranian Azerbaijan are the following: January, February, March, November and December. Travel remains possible, but expect less pleasant conditions and a more flexible itinerary.

Precipitation is concentrated mainly in these months: March, April and May. The peak occurs in April, with about 118 mm of precipitation spread over approximately 7 wet days. Conversely, the driest month is August, with about 26 mm.

The hottest month in Iranian Azerbaijan is July, with an average of 35°C during the day and 29°C at night. The coolest is January, with 4°C during the day and 0°C at night.

Visitor levels are significantly higher during these months: April, May, June, July, August, September and December. For a quieter trip, aim for January, February, March, October and November. Over the year, the average visitor index is 48/100.

We detail the month-by-month weather for 6 cities in Iranian Azerbaijan, including Tabriz, Zanjan and Miandoab. Compare them before finalizing your itinerary: conditions can vary significantly from one area to another.
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