Gahar Lake Lake
Highland lake in Lorestan, surrounded by cliffs
Gahar Lake in Lorestan lies amid Zagros foothills and attracts trekkers for alpine walking, seasonal wildflowers and camping, with views over surrounding limestone peaks.
Gahar Lake at a Glance#
Address: Gahar Lake (Lake Gahar), Lorestan Province, Iran
Admission: Free (lake access); guided treks/parking may have fees
How to Get to Gahar Lake#
Access from Khorramabad or nearby provincial towns; local roads wind into the Zagros and the last stretches are often unpaved. Hiring a local driver or joining an organized tour is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Gahar Lake#
- Use local guides for access to higher trails - mountain weather can change quickly and trails may be indistinct.
- Base in a nearby village and plan multi-day walks to appreciate the full Zagros setting.
- Respect pastoral lands and shepherd camps; ask permission before crossing private grazing areas.
Best Time to Visit Gahar Lake#
Late spring to early autumn is best for hiking and visiting the lake.
Weather & Climate near Gahar Lake#
Gahar Lake's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -9° - 2° | -6° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Poor | -7° - 4° | -5° | 46 mm | overcast | 67% | 2.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Acceptable | -3° - 8° | 0° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 61% | 2.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 3° - 14° | 7° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 20° | 13° | 29 mm | some cloud | 45% | 2.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Ideal | 11° - 27° | 19° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 24% | 2.4 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 14.2h |
| July | Ideal | 15° - 31° | 23° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 19% | 2.1 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 14.0h |
| August | Ideal | 15° - 31° | 23° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 18% | 1.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 10° - 26° | 18° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 20% | 2.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 5° - 19° | 12° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 36% | 1.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Good | -1° - 11° | 4° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 59% | 1.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Acceptable | -5° - 5° | -2° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 1.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.8h |
