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.
Hafte Tir Square at a Glance#
Address: Hafte Tir Square, Tehran, Tehran province, Iran
About Hafte Tir Square#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | 1° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 2.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 1° - 10° | 3° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Good | 5° - 14° | 8° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 22° | 16° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 21° | 17 mm | some cloud | 38% | 3.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 33° | 27° | 5 mm | clear | 25% | 3.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 35° | 29° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 34° | 28° | 2 mm | clear | 23% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 2 mm | clear | 28% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 26 mm | some cloud | 54% | 2.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 2° - 9° | 4° | 36 mm | some cloud | 59% | 2.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
