Tehran Weather in February

February weather

February feels like winter in Tehran: afternoons can be cool, while nights hover around freezing. Rain falls on several days, and cloudy spells are common, so the city can feel grey and damp. It's milder than January, but still much colder than March.

You can spend dry spells exploring the National Museum of Iran or the covered stalls of the Grand Bazaar. Save long walks in the Alborz foothills for a clear day; muddy paths and cold evenings can make hiking less pleasant. A warm bowl of dizi, a traditional meat and bean stew, suits the season.

Events and crowds

February can include 22 Bahman, the anniversary of Iran's 1979 revolution, marked by public rallies and a national holiday. The date falls on February 11 in the Gregorian calendar. Expect some street closures and altered opening hours around the event, especially near central gathering points.

If you hate crowds, February is usually quieter than spring, when Nowruz brings a major holiday travel rush. Winter is also generally a lower season for visitors, so you may find hotel rates gentler than in the popular April-to-May and October periods. Local demand can still rise around the holiday.

Making the most of it

Keep your plans flexible. If rain sets in, trade a long outdoor stroll for the Carpet Museum or a tea stop in Tajrish. On a clear day, ride the metro north to Tajrish and continue toward Darband, where cafés line the mountain route.

Travelling with kids? The Grand Bazaar's covered lanes offer a sheltered outing, but it can be busy and confusing to navigate. For a quieter meal afterward, look for dizi near Tajrish rather than trying to cross town in wet evening traffic.