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Gur-e-Dokhtar

Tomb

On a low hill in Bushehr province, Gur‑e‑Dokhtar is an ancient stone tomb with stepped masonry; visitors interested in Iran's early funerary architecture examine its form and its links to better‑known Achaemenid monuments.

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Gur-e-Dokhtar essentials

Country: Iran
Driest months: May-Jul
Pay in: Rial (﷼)
Emergency: 110

Gur-e-Dokhtar at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Gur-e-Dokhtar

Best in autumn through spring for cooler temperatures and easier travel.

Autumn-spring
October-April · 15-30°C
Milder temperatures and easier road travel.
Summer
May-September · 30-45°C
Extreme heat and harsh conditions; not ideal for sightseeing.

Weather & Climate near Gur-e-Dokhtar

Climate

Gur-e-Dokhtar's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 112 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
JuneOctoberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 3° - 14° 7° 50 mm some cloud 57% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.4h
February Good 4° - 15° 8° 52 mm some cloud 53% 2.8 m/s 1.0 high 11.0h
March Very Good 5° - 17° 11° 45 mm mostly sunny 45% 3.3 m/s 1.5 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 8° - 22° 15° 8 mm some cloud 40% 3.6 m/s 1.9 very high 12.8h
May Ideal 13° - 28° 21° 1 mm mostly sunny 25% 3.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.5h
June Ideal 18° - 35° 27° 1 mm clear 15% 3.3 m/s 2.8 extreme 13.9h
July Ideal 24° - 39° 32° 3 mm clear 17% 3.2 m/s 2.6 extreme 13.7h
August Ideal 25° - 40° 33° 3 mm clear 19% 2.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 22° - 38° 30° 1 mm clear 20% 2.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.2h
October Ideal 18° - 34° 26° 11 mm clear 27% 2.3 m/s 1.5 high 11.3h
November Ideal 14° - 27° 21° 21 mm mostly sunny 44% 2.2 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
December Very Good 10° - 22° 16° 46 mm some cloud 54% 2.2 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Gur-e-Dokhtar

Access is by road in Bushehr province; the nearest larger towns provide the best base for a visit. Confirm directions with local authorities and allow for rough roads near archaeological sites.

Tips for Visiting Gur-e-Dokhtar

  • If combining a visit with nearby sites, allow time for the short road detours; the region is sparse on tourist infrastructure.
  • Bring sun protection - the region can be hot and exposed.
  • Respect archaeological-site rules and avoid unsupervised digging or artifact collection.