What February feels like in Tehran
For Tehran, February is late winter on the calendar. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights hover around freezing, so frost is common. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.
Rain in Tehran in February
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 4. Each rainy day adds about 5.8 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Tehran's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.4 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in February
Mid-month, Tehran gets 10 h 52 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:52 am to sunset near 5:45 pm. Days are getting longer: 53 min more daylight than in mid-January. Measured sunshine covers about 85% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How February compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, February comes out as the 3rd coolest month in Tehran. Afternoons run 2.3°C (4.1°F) warmer than in January, with 8 mm more rain. March continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Tehran in February
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Tehran in February?
Expect around 9.6°C (49.3°F) in the afternoon and -1°C (30.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Tehran in February?
It does: about 8 rainy days bring roughly 46 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Tehran in February?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is February or March better for visiting Tehran?
March scores better on our climate ranking (#6 of 12 vs #12), rated Good against Fair. March is warmer and has more rainy days.