Mount Khajeh

Mountain Isolated mountain in Sistan and Baluchestan province

Limestone hill near Sistan’s seasonal wetlands, known for archaeological remains; visited from Zabol by those interested in history and wide wetland panoramas.

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Mount Khajeh
30.9440, 61.2446

How to Get to Mount Khajeh #

Mount Khajeh is located in Sistan and Baluchestan province in southeastern Iran. The nearest towns are regional centers connected by road; access is typically by car. Travelers should consult local authorities for up-to-date safety and permit information, particularly given the region’s proximity to international borders.

Tips for Visiting Mount Khajeh #

  • Combine a visit with Zaranj or nearby towns to understand local history and trade routes.
  • Wear sun protection-Sistan's climate is arid and intense during much of the year.
  • Check local access rules-some sites near the Afghan border require permissions or escorts.

Best Time to Visit Mount Khajeh #

Cooler months between November and March are the most practical for visiting due to harsh summer heat.

Winter (November-March)
November-March · 5°C to 20°C (41°F to 68°F)
Mild temperatures and the most comfortable season for visits in an otherwise hot region.
Spring (March-May)
March-May · 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
Flowering plants and warming weather, though dust storms can occur.

Weather & Climate near Mount Khajeh #

Climate

Mount Khajeh's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberMayOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
19°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 25°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
31%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

29°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
21° 36°
23%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
26° 40°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
28° 41°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
26° 40°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
20° 36°
18%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
14° 31°
25%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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