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Jameh Mosque of Kerman

Mosque

Kerman's Jameh Mosque has a central courtyard, domes and tilework; tourists often visit it alongside the city's bazaar, caravanserai remains and historic neighborhoods.

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Address: Jameh Mosque (Masjid-e Jameh), central Kerman, near Ganjali Khan Bazaar, Kerman Province, Iran
Admission: Free (no fixed admission)
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Best Time to Visit Jameh Mosque of Kerman

Best visited in cooler months to avoid Kerman's intense summer heat; mornings and late afternoons are least crowded.

Autumn
September-November · 15-28°C (59-82°F)
Pleasant temperatures for exploring the courtyard and adjoining caravanserai; afternoons offer soft light on the tilework.
Spring
March-May · 12-26°C (54-79°F)
Blossoming trees in the mosque's courtyards and cooler mornings make walking through the bazaar comfortable.
Winter
December-February · 2-15°C (36-59°F)
Crisp air sharpens the colours of tile and brick; very quiet except during prayer times.

Weather & Climate near Jameh Mosque of Kerman

Climate

Jameh Mosque of Kerman's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 33°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 96 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good -1° - 10° 4° 25 mm mostly sunny 52% 1.4 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.3h
February Good 1° - 13° 6° 19 mm some cloud 51% 1.9 m/s 1.1 high 11.0h
March Very Good 5° - 17° 11° 29 mm some cloud 42% 2.5 m/s 1.6 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 10° - 23° 17° 15 mm some cloud 38% 2.8 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.8h
May Ideal 15° - 28° 22° 9 mm mostly sunny 25% 3.1 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.6h
June Ideal 19° - 33° 26° 1 mm clear 17% 2.7 m/s 2.8 extreme 13.9h
July Ideal 21° - 33° 27° 1 mm clear 18% 3.0 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.8h
August Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 1 mm clear 18% 2.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 13.1h
September Ideal 14° - 29° 22° 1 mm clear 18% 2.6 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.2h
October Excellent 9° - 23° 16° 3 mm clear 26% 2.0 m/s 1.4 high 11.3h
November Excellent 4° - 17° 10° 4 mm mostly sunny 41% 1.6 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.5h
December Very Good 0° - 13° 6° 15 mm mostly sunny 50% 1.4 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.1h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Jameh Mosque of Kerman

Kerman city centre is the reference point; the mosque sits adjacent to the historic Ganjali Khan Bazaar. From Kerman Railway Station it’s a 10-15 minute taxi ride (about 3-4 km). Many visitors arrive on foot from the bazaar and local hotels in the old town.

Tips for Visiting Jameh Mosque of Kerman

  • Enter from the bazaar side to see the worn stone steps that locals use for prayer - it's quieter than the main courtyard entrance.
  • Visit after Friday prayers (Jumu'ah) to watch the mosque empty and feel the scale of the courtyard without the crowd.
  • Bring a lightweight scarf: modest dress is expected; men and women should cover shoulders and knees.