Monthly climate guide
Mashhad weather in May
May in Mashhad is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 25°C (77°F) and night-time lows near 10°C (51°F). The month usually brings about 22 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
- In Mashhad, May is late spring.
- The air is fairly dry (about 47% humidity), so warm days feel comfortable.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 5°C higher.
Avg high
25°C
77°F
Avg low
10°C
51°F
Rainfall
22 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
47%
relative
Sky
47%
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 May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is May 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 May
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Mashhad in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Mashhad?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Mashhad, with highs around 25°C and about 22 mm of rain.
How warm is Mashhad in May?
Average highs are about 25°C (77°F) and average lows about 10°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Mashhad in May?
Mashhad typically gets around 22 mm of rain in May — fairly 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.