Fire Temple of Isfahan

Ruins Historic Zoroastrian fire temple and religious site

The Fire Temple of Isfahan houses a Zoroastrian shrine and fire altar, accompanied by small exhibition space; visitors interested in Iran’s pre-Islamic religions and local community history include it on Isfahan itineraries.

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Fire Temple of Isfahan
32.6486, 51.5706

How to Get to Fire Temple of Isfahan #

The Fire Temple lies within greater Isfahan city. Use local taxis or city buses to reach the area; major Isfahan landmarks (Naqsh-e Jahan Square) are a good reference point for taxi drivers. Exact access points vary depending on preservation and city planning.

Tips for Visiting Fire Temple of Isfahan #

  • Combine a visit with other Isfahan sights; the fire temple is less visited than the main Safavid monuments.
  • Dress respectfully; local customs apply at religious and historic sites.
  • Photography may be limited depending on site management - ask before using tripods or commercial gear.

Best Time to Visit Fire Temple of Isfahan #

Visit Isfahan's lesser‑known heritage sites during spring or autumn to avoid summer heat and the weekend crowds around the great squares.

Spring and Autumn
March-May, September-November · 10-25°C
Comfortable temperatures ideal for walking around Isfahan's historic districts.

Weather & Climate near Fire Temple of Isfahan #

Climate

Fire Temple of Isfahan's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-12°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 11°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

80 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
32%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.9
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
20° 34°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
18° 34°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 30°
19%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
29%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
9.9h daylight

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