Kuh-e RahmatKuh-e Rahmat at a Glance
About Kuh-e Rahmat
Kuh-e Rahmat is a mountain in Fars province, Iran, forming part of the Zagros range. It is a notable local peak that is visible from the surrounding plains and the city of Shiraz.
The mountain is frequented for local outdoor activities and provides vantage points over the surrounding agricultural and urban areas. Its slopes and ridges are typical of the Zagros topography with folded and rugged terrain.
As a natural feature it has long been part of the regional landscape and local land use patterns. It lies within Fars province in south-central Iran, near the urban area of Shiraz.
- Regional context: Part of the Zagros mountain system, the peak sits within Fars province and dominates the skyline around the city of Shiraz on clear days.
Best Time to Visit Kuh-e Rahmat
Best in spring or autumn when temperatures are moderate and trails are accessible.
Weather & Climate near Kuh-e Rahmat
Kuh-e Rahmat'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 -4°C to 34°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -4° - 7° | 0° | 39 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Good | -2° - 10° | 2° | 30 mm | some cloud | 57% | 2.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.0h |
| March | Good | 1° - 14° | 6° | 41 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 5° - 19° | 12° | 18 mm | some cloud | 46% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 10° - 26° | 18° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 32% | 2.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.5h |
| June | Ideal | 14° - 31° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 17% | 2.5 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 34° | 26° | 3 mm | clear | 16% | 2.3 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.7h |
| August | Ideal | 16° - 33° | 25° | 2 mm | clear | 17% | 2.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 12° - 30° | 21° | 0 mm | clear | 17% | 1.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 7° - 24° | 15° | 3 mm | clear | 26% | 1.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| November | Excellent | 2° - 16° | 8° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 45% | 1.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Good | -2° - 11° | 4° | 37 mm | mostly sunny | 55% | 1.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
How to Get to Kuh-e Rahmat
Kuh-e Rahmat is reachable from Shiraz (Shiraz International Airport). Drive east or southeast from Shiraz on regional roads-local taxis or hired drivers from Shiraz are the usual way to reach trailheads. Exact route depends on which ridge or village is the intended destination.
Tips for Visiting Kuh-e Rahmat
- Hire a local guide familiar with Persian mountain trails-maps are inconsistent and cell coverage can be patchy.
- Acclimatize before attempting serious climbs; Fars province sits at moderate altitude and weather can change quickly.
- Visit spring or autumn to avoid summer heat and winter freezes.