Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine Tomb
Shia shrine near Tehran, local pilgrimage site
The Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine near Rey (south of Tehran) is a Shi'a pilgrimage site with a small dome and courtyard; locals and pilgrims visit for religious observance.
Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine at a Glance#
Address: Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine vicinity, Ray (Rey), Tehran Province, Iran
How to Get to Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine#
The shrine is located in the Ray (Rey) area, reachable by road from central Tehran (about a 30-60 minute drive depending on traffic). Public transport includes suburban rail lines to Ray/Tehran south stations; local taxis provide the final connection to the shrine.
Tips for Visiting Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine#
- Observe local dress codes and show customary respect when photographing the shrine and worshippers.
- Visit early morning to watch pilgrims arrive and pray in relative quiet before midday crowds.
- If possible, ask a local guide or imam about the shrine's legends and their place in Tehran's religious landscape.
Best Time to Visit Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine#
Spring and autumn offer comfortable conditions for visits; summers can be hot while winters may be chilly and grey.
Weather & Climate near Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine#
Bibi Shahrbanu Shrine'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 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | 2° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 1.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 1° - 10° | 4° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.1 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Good | 5° - 14° | 8° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 22° | 17° | 22 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 16° - 27° | 21° | 15 mm | some cloud | 38% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 33° | 27° | 4 mm | clear | 25% | 2.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 36° | 30° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 35° | 29° | 1 mm | clear | 23% | 2.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 2 mm | clear | 28% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 21 mm | some cloud | 54% | 1.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 2° - 9° | 4° | 26 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
