Hafte Tir Square
Square Major Tehran public square and transport hub
Haft‑e‑Tir Square in central Tehran functions as a busy junction with shops, cafes and a metro stop; locals and visitors pass through en route to museums and bookshops.
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Hafte Tir Square is a central public square in Tehran named after the 7th of Tir in the Iranian calendar, a date associated with a major bombing in 1981. It functions as a prominent commercial and transit node in the city.
The area around the square is a busy urban district with shops, cafes and offices and it serves as a frequent meeting place for public events and demonstrations. A Tehran Metro station serves the square, making it a common interchange point for commuters.
The square was renamed to commemorate the victims of the 28 June 1981 bombing and remains a location of political and social significance in Tehran. It sits within central Tehran and is surrounded by dense urban development.
- Name origin: Named for the date 7th of Tir (Persian calendar), which corresponds to 28 June 1981 and commemorates a deadly bombing that killed many officials including Ayatollah Beheshti.
How to Get to Hafte Tir Square #
Hafte Tir Square is served by Tehran’s metro and multiple bus lines; it is a central junction offering easy access to other parts of the city. Consult local transit maps for exact line and exit information.
Tips for Visiting Hafte Tir Square #
- Avoid peak traffic hours-the square sits on a busy Tehran junction.
- Visit nearby Mossalla or the National Library to combine cultural stops.
- Be aware of local security arrangements and respectful of memorials and public spaces.
Best Time to Visit Hafte Tir Square #
Spring and autumn offer the most agreeable weather for exploring Tehran's squares and museums.
Weather & Climate near Hafte Tir Square #
Hafte Tir Square's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 35°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 43 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 24°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is hot with highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
