Anshan (Persia)

Archaeological Site Ancient Elamite city and archaeological site in Fars

An ancient Persian site in Fars province identified with early Elamite and later settlements. Excavations have revealed monumental architecture and artefacts; the site draws specialists and visitors interested in Iran’s deep archaeological record.

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Anshan (Persia)
30.0117, 52.4078

How to Get to Anshan (Persia) #

Anshan is in Fars province; reachability depends on local roads from Shiraz and regional centers. Access typically requires coordination with local authorities and archaeological missions.

Tips for Visiting Anshan (Persia) #

  • If researching the ancient city, consult excavations' reports at university libraries-the site's findings are complex and dispersed.
  • Visit with a guide familiar with Achaemenid and Elamite contexts to place finds in their broader Persian timeline.
  • Summer heat can be intense-opt for early morning visits and shade breaks.

Best Time to Visit Anshan (Persia) #

Best visited in spring or autumn when heat is manageable and field conditions are better for exploration.

Autumn (Oct-Nov)
October-November · 15-25°C
Cooler temperatures make fieldwork and exploration more comfortable.
Spring (Mar-May)
March-May · 15-28°C
Mild weather and blooming countryside; better for archaeological visits.

Weather & Climate near Anshan (Persia) #

Climate

Anshan (Persia)'s climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with 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 105 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
17°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

82 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 27°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
16° 34°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
3.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 37°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
20° 37°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
20° 37°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
16° 34°
19%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
11° 29°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 39 mm of rain.

77 Very Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
17°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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