Jahanabad Castle

Ruins Historic fortress featuring crenellated walls and towers

Jahanabad Castle in Semnan province stands as a regional fortress ruin with masonry remains; visitors come for historical architecture, photography and a glimpse into Iran’s provincial past.

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Jahanabad Castle
35.4406, 53.2084

How to Get to Jahanabad Castle #

Jahanabad Castle is in Semnan Province. Reaching it typically involves driving from Semnan city or nearby towns; local roads can be rural and uneven, so a car with good clearance or a local driver is advisable.

Tips for Visiting Jahanabad Castle #

  • Check local tourism office updates-road access and condition around the castle can change seasonally
  • Wear a hat-the Semnan plain can be unexpectedly sunny and hot for long stretches
  • If possible, hire a local guide to learn the castle's role in regional trade routes and caravan defenses

Best Time to Visit Jahanabad Castle #

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for exploring Semnan province's dry uplands and historic sites.

Spring
March-May · 50-75°F (10-24°C)
Comfortable temperatures for exploring ruins and surrounding countryside.
Autumn
September-November · 55-75°F (13-24°C)
Pleasant light and cooling temperatures-ideal for photography of mud-brick walls against clear skies.

Weather & Climate near Jahanabad Castle #

Climate

Jahanabad Castle's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with 34 mm of rain.

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

91 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
23° 36°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
14.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 38°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and mostly sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
25° 38°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 24°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
24° 37°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 33°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°
47%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

79 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

69 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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