Weather in Arāk, Iran 🇮🇷
Live weather in Arāk, currently 22°C with partly cloudy. View the 7-day forecast, hourly conditions, and air quality index. Arāk is in Iran — see weather across all major cities in Iran, or browse the hottest cities right now worldwide.
21.7°C
feels like 19.0°C
Partly cloudy
Current Weather in Arāk, Iran Updated at 2:30 AM today
| 💧 Humidity: | 30% |
| 🌬️ Wind: | 6.5 kph (97°) |
| 🌡️ Pressure: | 1013.0 mb |
| 👁️ Visibility: | 10.0 km |
| 🌧️ Precipitation: | 0.0 mm |
| ☁️ Cloud Cover: | 32% |
| ☀️ UV Index: | 0.0 |
| 🌅 Sunrise: | 05:24 AM |
| 🌇 Sunset: | 07:09 PM |
What is the weather like in Arāk right now?
A mild 22°C evening in Arāk right now, with patchy cloud. Broken cloud is crossing the night sky over Arāk. Real-feel sits just under, around 19°C. Low humidity of 30% keeps the air crisp.
Air quality is moderate (US EPA index 2, PM2.5 17) — acceptable for most people. Daylight runs from 05:24 AM to 07:09 PM today — about 13h 45m.
Temperatures climb through the afternoon, peaking near None°C around 2pm. That's about 12°C below the usual August average for Arāk.
Temperatures stay fairly flat this week, near 34°C most afternoons. Today's high stays well short of Arāk's record for the date, 39°C.
Bottom line: it's a great day to be outside in Arāk.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Arāk, Iran 🇮🇷
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Hourly Weather Forecast for Arāk, Iran 🇮🇷 Today
Air Quality Index in Arāk, Iran 🇮🇷 (AQI)
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| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| US EPA Index: | 2 (Moderate) |
| UK DEFRA Index: | 2 (Low) |
| CO: | 167.0 µg/m³ |
| O3: | 74.0 µg/m³ |
| NO2: | 9.8 µg/m³ |
| SO2: | 5.6 µg/m³ |
| PM2.5: | 17.4 µg/m³ |
| PM10: | 40.7 µg/m³ |
About Arāk
Arāk, a city of over half a million people in central Iran, sits in a broad valley beneath the Zagros Mountains. Known for its historic carpets and the Arak Grand Bazaar, the city blends a traditional, industrious atmosphere with signs of modern life. Factories and the Arak University give it a practical edge, while the nearby thermal springs and the historic bathhouses add cultural depth. The landscape is semi-arid, with the surrounding mountains offering a rugged backdrop and a sense of isolation from the bustling capitals farther west.
Under the Köppen Dsa classification, Arāk experiences a hot-summer Mediterranean continental climate, defined by stark seasonal contrasts. Summers are hot and dry, with July temperatures routinely reaching 35°C, while winters are cold and snowy, with January lows dipping below -10°C. Most precipitation falls between November and April, averaging around 300 millimeters annually, and humidity remains low year-round. Travelers should pack heavy winter coats and boots for snow, and light, breathable fabrics for summer, along with sunscreen for the intense high-altitude sun.
The best time to visit Arāk weather-wise is spring, from March to May, or autumn, from September to November, when temperatures are mild and skies are clear. A notable phenomenon is the sharp seasonal temperature swing—deep winter snow can blanket the city, then give way to scorching summer heat within months. Occasional dust storms sweep through during dry spells, but the city rarely sees heavy fog or hurricanes. The snow may linger on the Zagros peaks into early spring, adding a scenic touch to the otherwise arid landscape.
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