Shiraz in February

In February, Shiraz averages 15°C (58°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night, with around 6 days of rain (48 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

February in Shiraz is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

15°C
Avg high
2°C
Avg low
6
Rain days
48 mm
Rainfall

How February compares to the rest of the year in Shiraz

10th
warmest month of the 12
2nd
wettest month of the 12
19%
of yearly rainfall falls in February
11 h 9 min
daylight on the 15th

February is one of the coolest months in Shiraz (10th of 12) and one of the wettest months (2nd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 11°C below the annual average (25°C). February runs 3°C warmer than January (12°C) and warms a further 5°C into March (19°C).

February sunrise & sunset in Shiraz

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:39 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
5:48 PM
Day length
11 h 9 min

Times shown for Shiraz local time (Asia/Tehran), calculated for the 15th of February. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Shiraz — February

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of February, in Shiraz's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:39 AM – 6:19 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:19 AM – 7:19 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:08 PM – 6:08 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:08 PM – 6:48 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — Shiraz in February

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on February's tier (Shoulder) and Shiraz's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.
⚠ Chinese New Year disrupts SE Asian flights and hotels for 2-3 weeks — book 5+ months ahead if traveling around the lunar New Year (late Jan to mid-Feb).

Crowds & pricing — February in Shiraz

Shoulder

Shiraz is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — February in Shiraz

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
8.6
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
○○○○○
None
Mosquitoes are essentially absent — cold weather keeps populations dormant.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Shiraz in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 12°C / 54°F 0°C / 33°F 53 mm 5
February 15°C / 58°F 2°C / 36°F 48 mm 6
March 19°C / 67°F 6°C / 42°F 54 mm 7
April 25°C / 77°F 11°C / 51°F 22 mm 4
May 31°C / 87°F 16°C / 61°F 5 mm 2
June 37°C / 98°F 21°C / 69°F 0 mm 0
July 38°C / 100°F 23°C / 74°F 2 mm 1
August 36°C / 97°F 22°C / 72°F 1 mm 0
September 33°C / 92°F 19°C / 66°F 0 mm 0
October 27°C / 81°F 14°C / 56°F 1 mm 0
November 19°C / 65°F 7°C / 44°F 38 mm 4
December 14°C / 58°F 3°C / 37°F 31 mm 4

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Shiraz in February?

In February, Shiraz averages a high of 15°C (58°F) and a low of 2°C (36°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Shiraz in February?

February sees occasional rain in Shiraz, with about 6 rainy days on average.

Is February a good time to visit Shiraz?

February is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Shiraz in February?

Pack a warm jacket and layers. See the full February packing list for Shiraz for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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