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Aliabad Tower

Monument

Brick tower in Razavi Khorasan province near Mashhad, an example of regional medieval funerary and commemorative architecture; visited by those studying Islamic brickwork.

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Aliabad Tower essentials

Address: Aliabad Tower, Razavi Khorasan province, Iran (specific village address varies locally)
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Aliabad Tower

Best visited in spring or autumn to avoid Khorasan's intense summer heat and winter cold.

Spring
March-May · 12-25°C
Blooming countryside and comfortable touring temperatures.
Autumn
September-November · 15-25°C
Milder weather suited to rural exploration.

Weather & Climate near Aliabad Tower

Climate

Aliabad Tower's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 93 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good -1° - 9° 3° 38 mm partly cloudy 60% 1.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.9h
February Good 1° - 12° 5° 43 mm partly cloudy 56% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.8h
March Very Good 6° - 17° 12° 46 mm some cloud 51% 2.6 m/s 1.1 high 11.8h
April Excellent 11° - 24° 18° 25 mm some cloud 46% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 13.0h
May Ideal 17° - 30° 24° 10 mm mostly sunny 35% 2.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.9h
June Ideal 21° - 36° 28° 2 mm clear 22% 3.2 m/s 2.7 extreme 14.4h
July Ideal 23° - 37° 30° 1 mm clear 20% 3.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.1h
August Ideal 21° - 36° 29° 0 mm clear 19% 3.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.3h
September Ideal 17° - 32° 25° 0 mm clear 21% 2.4 m/s 1.7 very high 12.3h
October Ideal 12° - 26° 19° 5 mm clear 31% 2.1 m/s 1.1 high 11.2h
November Excellent 5° - 18° 12° 9 mm mostly sunny 48% 1.9 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.2h
December Good 1° - 11° 5° 32 mm some cloud 57% 1.5 m/s 0.4 low 9.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Aliabad Tower

Aliabad Tower locations are often in rural villages of Razavi Khorasan province. Travel typically requires a car from Mashhad or local towns; consult regional tourist offices for precise directions and access conditions.

Tips for Visiting Aliabad Tower

  • The tower is often visited as part of a regional historical loop; pair it with nearby caravanserais and caravan routes.
  • Check local opening or access information - many Iranian provincial monuments have limited formal visitor facilities.
  • Wear sturdy shoes: access paths can be uneven and arid.