Greater Tunb IslandGreater Tunb Island at a Glance
About Greater Tunb Island
Greater Tunb is an island in the southern Persian Gulf administered by Iran as part of Hormozgan province and claimed by the United Arab Emirates. It is the largest of the Tunb islands.
The island is occupied by Iranian military and administrative personnel and does not offer civilian visitor facilities. Public tourism and overnight visits are generally not permitted.
Control of the island became a point of contention after the British withdrawal from the Gulf in 1971; Iran has administered the island since that period while the UAE continues to assert a claim.
Situated in the southern Persian Gulf near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, the island lies among other small islets that mark the maritime boundary in the area.
- Access restrictions: access to the island is controlled and the presence of military and administrative personnel means it is not open for general tourism.
- Sovereignty dispute: administration by Iran is disputed by the United Arab Emirates, which also asserts a claim to the island.
Best Time to Visit Greater Tunb Island
Access is subject to regional security and administrative controls; consult official Iranian authorities if travel is planned.
Weather & Climate near Greater Tunb Island
Greater Tunb Island's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 15° - 23° | 19° | 29 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Ideal | 16° - 24° | 20° | 38 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 27 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 4.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 26° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 3.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| May | Ideal | 25° - 34° | 31° | 1 mm | clear | 56% | 4.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.3h |
| June | Excellent | 27° - 36° | 37° | 0 mm | clear | 62% | 4.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Very Good | 30° - 37° | 42° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 4.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.5h |
| August | Excellent | 30° - 37° | 41° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 3.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.9h |
| September | Ideal | 28° - 36° | 37° | 0 mm | clear | 62% | 3.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 25° - 34° | 31° | 1 mm | clear | 57% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 25° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 54% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.7h |
| December | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 32 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
How to Get to Greater Tunb Island
Public access is normally restricted and governed by national authorities. Any planned visit requires formal permissions from relevant Iranian agencies and is typically arranged only in official contexts.
Tips for Visiting Greater Tunb Island
- If traveling by private boat, confirm the political and customs procedures for visiting the Tunb Islands-entry is tightly controlled.
- Respect local regulations-Greater Tunb is a sensitive area and access is often restricted for security reasons.
- Do not attempt unsanctioned landings; official permission is required and enforced.