Monthly climate guide
Mashhad weather in January
January in Mashhad is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (44°F) and night-time lows near -5°C (24°F). The month usually brings about 19 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 11°C, so pack a layer.
- Compared with Hamadan, Mashhad runs roughly 2°C warmer this month.
- Pack for frost — nights average -5°C in January.
- January brings mid-winter to Mashhad.
January is typically Mashhad's coolest month.
Avg high
7°C
44°F
Avg low
-5°C
24°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
65%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Mashhad weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | -5°C / 24°F | 19 mm | 65% | 54% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 24°F | 37 mm | 64% | 59% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 0°C / 31°F | 44 mm | 64% | 62% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 5°C / 40°F | 39 mm | 60% | 58% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 10°C / 51°F | 22 mm | 47% | 47% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 14°C / 58°F | 4 mm | 31% | 28% |
| July | 32°C / 89°F | 16°C / 61°F | 1 mm | 26% | 20% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 14°C / 57°F | 1 mm | 26% | 16% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 11°C / 51°F | 1 mm | 29% | 18% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 5°C / 41°F | 12 mm | 43% | 32% |
| November | 11°C / 53°F | -1°C / 30°F | 19 mm | 61% | 49% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | -4°C / 25°F | 13 mm | 64% | 49% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
Is January a good time to visit Mashhad?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Mashhad →Other Iran cities in January
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Mashhad in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Mashhad?
January is cool in Mashhad, with highs around 7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Mashhad in January?
Average highs are about 7°C (44°F) and average lows about -5°C (24°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mashhad in January?
Mashhad typically gets around 19 mm of rain in January — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Mashhad (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.