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Rasht

Decide whether to visit or live in Rasht, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Rasht month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Rasht are typically April, May and June, with average daytime highs around 20–29°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), February the coldest (average low 4°C), and November the wettest (about 192 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January11.94.01515.5
February11.53.71765.6
March15.76.71385.9
April19.910.3917.8
May24.215.2829.0
June29.019.93011.1
July29.722.1959.2
August30.322.2519.6
September25.819.31687.1
October21.214.81866.1
November16.810.01925.3
December13.56.61555.0

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What is being reported around Rasht

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People and places shaping Rasht

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Research updated Monday, September 14, 2026
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Past and future events in Rasht

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. 2026 Rasht massacre

    On 8–9 January 2026, security forces killed at least 392 protesters during nationwide anti‑government demonstrations

  2. Gilan Soviet Socialist Republic (1920–1921)

    Short‑lived socialist republic with its capital in Rasht, established after the Russian Revolution

Current public leadership

No current officeholder for Rasht has passed the source checks yet. The live layer will try again on its next refresh.

People associated with this place

  • Azar Andami (1926–1984)

    physician and bacteriologist noted for her development of a cholera vaccine

  • Aydin Aghdashloo (1940) painter

    graphic artist

  • Fathollah Khan Akbar (1855–1937) Qajar dynasty prime minister

    Listed in the source as a person associated with notable people.

  • Reza Baluchi (born 1972) cyclist

    athlete

  • Shohreh Bayat (born 1987) international chess arbiter for FIDE

    awarded an International Women of Courage Award for being a champion for women’s rights

Historical figures

  • Kazim Rashti

    Wikidata records Rasht as this historical figure's place of birth. Successor of Shaykh Ahmad al-Ahsa'i, leader of the Shaykhí movement. author of text contained in Islamic Manuscripts New Series no. 2087.

Local business and employers

  • Iran Chamber of commerce

    Industries & Mines: Gilan

  • Iran Chamber of Commerce & Industries – Gilan

    Regional branch of the national chamber, representing trade and industry in Rasht

Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

Sources checked (25)

Interactive geography

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Keep the deeper context

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01 · Overview

Rasht, in brief

Rasht is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Rasht took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Rasht

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Rasht

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Rasht

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Rasht

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Rasht

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08 · Questions

Questions about Rasht

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Rasht

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Rasht located and what are its coordinates?

Rasht is situated in Iran at geographic coordinates 37.2761, 49.5886 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Rasht?

Rasht has a recorded population of approximately 594,590 and observes the Asia/Tehran time zone (IRR).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Rasht?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Rasht include fa-IR, ku, and the circulating currency is IRR.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Rasht?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Rasht, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.