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Shiraz weather in May

May in Shiraz is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 30°C (86°F) and night-time lows near 13°C (56°F). The month usually brings about 9 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 7°C warmer than April and 7°C cooler than June.

What stands out in May

  • In Shiraz, May is late spring.
  • Expect a big gap between day and night — about 17°C.
  • Temperatures are climbing — June is around 7°C warmer.
  • It's one of the drier months, with about 63% less rain than Shiraz's average.

Avg high

30°C

86°F

Avg low

13°C

56°F

Rainfall

9 mm

very dry

Humidity

36%

relative

Sky

40%

cloud · a mix of sun and cloud

Shiraz weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
Show the monthly averages as a table
Average monthly climate in Shiraz
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January12°C / 54°F0°C / 31°F49 mm59%52%
February14°C / 57°F0°C / 33°F53 mm59%50%
March18°C / 64°F3°C / 38°F51 mm55%47%
April23°C / 74°F8°C / 47°F29 mm49%52%
May30°C / 86°F13°C / 56°F9 mm36%40%
June37°C / 98°F18°C / 64°F2 mm18%24%
July38°C / 101°F20°C / 69°F1 mm16%33%
August37°C / 98°F19°C / 67°F1 mm17%32%
September33°C / 92°F16°C / 62°F1 mm20%28%
October27°C / 81°F12°C / 53°F4 mm29%34%
November18°C / 65°F5°C / 41°F58 mm52%47%
December14°C / 58°F1°C / 34°F33 mm55%45%

What to pack for May

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is May a good time to visit Shiraz?

Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.

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Other Iran cities in May

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Shiraz in May: quick answers

Is May a good time to visit Shiraz?

May is a reasonable time for Shiraz: highs around 30°C and about 9 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.

How warm is Shiraz in May?

Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 13°C (56°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Shiraz in May?

Shiraz typically gets around 9 mm of rain in May — very dry.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Shiraz (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.