Tehran Travel Risk — Extreme Risk (75/100)
Is Tehran safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Tehran scores 75/100 on our travel risk index (Extreme). The US State Department rates Iran Level 4 (Do Not Travel, updated 5 Dec 2025); the UK FCDO advises against all travel to the whole country (updated 13 Aug 2026); Canada says: avoid all travel. No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Official US advisory · Level 4
Do Not Travel
This decision takes precedence over the analytical composite shown on this page.
Environmental quality (score 20)
Political instability (score 80)
September 27, 2026
Tehran, Iran has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 75 out of 100 (extreme risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is political instability at 80/100; the lowest-rated category is environmental quality at 20/100; last updated September 27, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the Iran travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Tehran is currently under a US State Department Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory. That official decision takes precedence. The 75/100 extreme composite remains visible only as analytical context and must not be read as permission to disregard the advisory. The highest-rated risk category for Tehran is political instability (80/100), and the lowest is environmental quality (20/100). This page was last updated on September 27, 2026; the baseline category scores reflect analytical indicators, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
Driven by: The US State Department and Government of Canada and UK FCDO advise against all travel here, so the score is held at 75 or higher.
A score of 75 is higher than the scores of 91% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Oct 16, 2026
Tehran, Iran currently maintains an extreme risk baseline composite of 75/100 and a Level 4 travel advisory from the U.S. State Department amid ongoing war-related tensions and stranded travelers. Additionally, a Level 1 global dengue health notice is in effect from the CDC.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Oct 16, 2026 06:48 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Political instability (score 80/100): Avoid demonstrations and political gatherings. Monitor news the morning of travel. Have a flexible departure plan.
- Government advisory (score 70/100): Read your country's current official advisory within 7 days of travel. Register with your embassy on arrival if available.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Day vs Night Safety in Tehran
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Daytime conditions are generally secure along major corridors and commercial districts. Keep bags zipped and avoid displaying high-value items openly.
Risk levels elevate noticeably after dark outside main central zones. Avoid walking alone through unlit parks, alleys, or quiet transit stations; favor pre-booked door-to-door transport.
Safety by Traveler Type in Tehran
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Families with children
Health/disaster risk is elevated. Confirm medical-evacuation cover, identify hospitals near your accommodation, and check seasonal hazard (storm/heat/quake) before you book.
Older travelers
Health/transport risk is elevated. Confirm medical-evacuation cover, plan rest between transfers, and locate English-capable medical care on arrival.
Business travelers
Digital/money risk is elevated. Avoid public Wi-Fi for sensitive work, use a VPN, watch for card-skimming at ATMs, and carry minimal cash.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Local laws and social attitudes toward LGBTQ+ travelers vary widely by country and are not captured in our category scores. The official advisory/political indicators are elevated. Read your government LGBTQ+ travel guidance carefully and weigh trip purpose against current conditions.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Tehran for solo travelers (Crime 45/100 · Transport 60/100) and women traveling solo (Crime 45/100): these scores sit in the low-to-moderate range, so standard precautions apply. Local laws affecting LGBTQ+ travelers and gender-specific incident rates are not captured in our scores; check your government's travel guidance.
Score layers
Safety categories
Source: Grounded open data research & citations
Quick facts
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | high |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | high |
| Night safety | high |
| Last updated | September 27, 2026 |
Live conditions in Tehran
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Today's weather
⛅ Partly cloudy
Tehran, Iran
| Today's high / low | 30.8°C / 17.6°C | Wind now / max | 8.3 km/h / 11.8 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humidity | 17% | Precipitation today | 0 mm · 0% chance |
| UV (max today) | 5.6 | Sunrise / Sunset | 06:11 / 17:27 |
Source: Open-Meteo (free public weather API) · fetched 2026-10-16 06:48:10 UTC · cached
Air quality
Air Quality
Unhealthy
| PM2.5 / PM10 | 42.8 / 46.3 µg/m³ | O₃ / NO₂ | 37 / 140.9 µg/m³ |
|---|
- Unhealthy air quality
- High PM2.5 (fine particulate)
Source: Open-Meteo Air Quality · fetched 2026-10-16 06:48:10 UTC · cached
Official travel advisory
Level 4 · Do Not Travel
Iran - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Natural hazard calendar & history
5-Year Hazard Calendar (100 km Radius)
| Hazard | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floods | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Most flood events within 100 km of Tehran happened in June and July (2 of 2 in five years).
Source: GDACS, USGS; five years to October 2026.
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the Iran travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the Iran entry requirements.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-15 19:24:31 UTC
Recent headlines
Recent Headlines · Tehran Iran
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Charter flights set to return stranded Americans as travelers scramble amid Iran war, State Dept. says - ABC News
Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 4d ago
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Iran calls U.S. response "insufficient" amid stalled talks to end the war
CBS News · 4d ago
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'We're going to hit them hard': Trump threatens Iran as Tehran escalates shipping attacks
The Jerusalem Post · 2d ago
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Saudis launch new strikes on Houthis; Iran-backed group threatens U.S. if it joins in
CBS News · 2d ago
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US weighs strikes on Houthis and Iran after deadly Saudi airport attack
Iran International · 5d ago
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Iran threatens Gulf data centres: How exposed is the region’s internet?
Al Jazeera · 2d ago
Source: Google News · headlines verbatim, dates from publishers · fetched 2026-10-16 06:48:11 UTC
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Tehran
The most weather-stable two-month window for Tehran is September–October, when typical daily temperatures run from about 12°C to 30°C and monthly rain averages 8 mm.
Seasonal planning flags include extreme heat in July. These are climate patterns, not forecasts.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Sep 7, 2026.
Calculate risk for these travel dates Compare seasonal windows →
Emergency numbers (Iran)
| Police | 110 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 115 |
| Fire | 125 |
| General | 112 |
Medical access
| Hospital access | low |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | low |
| Emergency response | low |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | high |
No specific information on hospital or pharmacy services in Tehran was found in the sources. Given the recent conflict and civil unrest, travelers should assume limited medical support and plan for complex evacuation procedures.
Common scam patterns
- visa_fraud. Three Indian nationals were rescued in Tehran after falling victim to a visa scam, highlighting fraudulent visa offers targeting travelers. The incident was reported by the Iranian Consulate General in Mumbai. Tip: Always verify visa requirements and processes through official embassies or consulates before paying any fees.
- social_media_travel_scam. Travel-related scams are common on social media platforms, where fake accounts and spammers lure travelers with false offers. A Facebook travel scam alert warns of such fraudulent activities. Tip: Do not share personal or payment information with unsolicited contacts and confirm offers through reputable sources.
Area notes
- Tehran city center. The Travel Safety Index rates Iran as having a high practical risk due to civil unrest and violent incidents, making central Tehran a location to exercise caution.
- Museum districts (e.g., Golestan, Saadabad). Museums in Tehran have been closed following recent conflicts, so tourist attractions may be inaccessible.
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
Every editorial change to Tehran's composite score is logged here, with the source and reason for the change. Live data overlays (weather, advisories, disaster alerts, news) refresh continuously on their own cadences and are not recorded as score changes — see the Live conditions section above for current overlay state.
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Transparency & Sources
We document the baseline sources, coverage scope, and data inputs for this destination below.
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Tehran
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Tehran, from US, UK and Canadian advisories, INFORM, World Bank, UCDP, CDC, GDACS, USGS and OpenStreetMap
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
Baseline scope
- Category scores represent an analytical baseline, updated from official feeds and public records.
Coverage notes
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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