What October feels like in Shiraz
For Shiraz, October is the heart of autumn. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. Nights stay mild; with a gap of about 13°C (23.4°F) between afternoon and night, early mornings can surprise you. The heat is dry rather than muggy, so drink more than you think you need.
Rain in Shiraz in October
Rain is rare in October — most weeks pass without a wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in October
Mid-month, Shiraz gets 11 h 30 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:00 am to sunset near 5:30 pm. Compared with mid-September, the day has lost 53 min. Measured sunshine covers about 93% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How October compares to the rest of the year
In Shiraz's temperature order, October sits as the 6th warmest month. Against September, the average high is 5.9°C (10.6°F) lower, with 2 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into November. November averages a high of 18.9°C (66°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Shiraz in October
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Shiraz in October?
Expect around 27.1°C (80.8°F) in the afternoon and 14.1°C (57.4°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Shiraz in October?
Almost never — October is essentially rainless, with no rainy days in a typical year.
What should I wear in Shiraz in October?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is October or November better for visiting Shiraz?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #3). November is cooler and has more rainy days.