Eshkaft-e Salman

Historical Site Archaeological site with ancient Elamite rock reliefs

A carved rock site in Khuzestan with Elamite-era reliefs and tombs; attracts archaeologists and visitors interested in ancient inscriptions and regional history near Izeh.

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Eshkaft-e Salman
31.8169, 49.8478

How to Get to Eshkaft-e Salman #

Eshkaft-e Salman is in Khuzestan province. Access typically requires a drive from regional centers such as Behbahan or Ramhormoz; visitors should coordinate with local authorities or professional guides for transport and permissions.

Tips for Visiting Eshkaft-e Salman #

  • Access may require local permission-contact regional archaeological authorities in Khuzestan.
  • Bring sun protection and water; the Khuzestan climate is hot and arid in summer.
  • Respect site rules and refrain from touching reliefs or excavated areas.

Best Time to Visit Eshkaft-e Salman #

Best visited November-April when temperatures are milder and field access is easier.

Winter & spring
November-April · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Cooler, more comfortable for site visits and exploration.
Summer
May-October · 30-45°C (86-113°F)
Extremely hot; fieldwork is often limited due to heat.

Weather & Climate near Eshkaft-e Salman #

Climate

Eshkaft-e Salman'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 3°C to 42°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
OctoberMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

63 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
17° 33°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
21° 39°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
14.0h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 24°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
24° 42°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 24°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
24° 41°
16%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
20° 39°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 32°
29%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 24°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 84 mm of rain.

71 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.0h daylight

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