Weather in Tabriz

About Tabriz

The Grand Bazaar of Tabriz sprawls beneath vaulted brick ceilings, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, where silk merchants still peddle wares on routes traveled for millennia. Azerbaijan's cultural capital throbs with art and café culture.

Country

Iran

Best months to visit

May, June, July, August, September, October

Currency

IRR

Language

Persian, Azerbaijani Turkish

Things to do in Tabriz

Navigate the legendary Grand Bazaar Visit the Blue Mosque's azure tilework Tour Azerbaijan Museum Shop for Tabriz carpets Explore St. Stepanos Church Dine on Azerbaijan cuisine

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

Cold, with occasional showers.

February

Cold, with occasional showers.

March

12C

Cool, with some rainy days.

April

18C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

Recommended

May

23C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

Recommended

June

30C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

July

33C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

August

33C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

September

28C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

October

20C

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

November

12C

Cool, with occasional showers.

December

Cold, with occasional showers.

Tabriz, in Iran's northwest, is home to one of the world's largest covered bazaars (a UNESCO World Heritage site), a centuries-old hub of trade along the Silk Road still thriving with carpet, spice and jewellery vendors. Its cooler mountain climate, blue-tiled Kabud Mosque ruins and proximity to the turquoise crater lake of Lake Urmia give it a distinct character from Iran's more visited central cities.

Best areas to stay in Tabriz

Tabriz Bazaar district

The vast UNESCO-listed covered bazaar complex and surrounding streets, the commercial heart of the city.

Blue Mosque area

Home to the partially restored 15th-century Kabud Mosque, known for its remaining blue tilework.

El Goli Park

A landscaped park with a central pool and pavilion, popular for evening strolls.

Lake Urmia (day trip)

A vast salt lake around 1-1.5 hours from Tabriz, known for its striking colours and former island fortress.

Getting to Tabriz

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Flights

Tabriz International Airport has domestic connections from Tehran and some regional international routes.

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From London

~1.5 hours from Tehran by air; international visitors typically connect via Tehran or Istanbul.

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Getting around

Taxis and a small metro line serve the city; the bazaar and central sights are walkable from each other.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Tabriz?

May to September offers warm but comfortable weather, a relief from the heat further south; winters are cold with snow in surrounding mountains.

What are the must-see sights in Tabriz?

The Tabriz Bazaar (one of the world's oldest and largest covered bazaars), the Blue Mosque (Kabud Mosque), and the Azerbaijan Museum.

Is the Tabriz Bazaar worth visiting?

Yes — it's a UNESCO World Heritage site and still a working bazaar, with domed brick passages selling carpets, spices, gold and traditional sweets.

Can you visit Lake Urmia from Tabriz?

Yes — the saline Lake Urmia, one of the largest lakes in the Middle East, is roughly 1-1.5 hours away and makes a good day trip.

Is Tabriz less touristy than Isfahan or Shiraz?

Yes — Tabriz sees far fewer foreign visitors, offering a more local experience of Iranian city life alongside its historic sites.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

The bazaar is enormous and completely absorbing — spent half a day just wandering the domed passages and chatting with carpet sellers.

Reza M. · June 2024

★★★★☆

Much cooler than Isfahan in summer, and far fewer tourists. The Blue Mosque's remaining tilework hints at how stunning it must have been originally.

Ingrid F. · September 2023

★★★★☆

Day trip to Lake Urmia was worthwhile for the strange salt-lake landscape. Tabriz itself felt very authentic, less geared toward tourists than other Iranian cities.

Daniyar K. · May 2024