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What’s the climate like in Iraq?

The current climate in Iraq features temperatures ranging from a high of 46°C to a low of 17°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 29°C.

The highest temperature recorded in Iraq in recent years was 51°C in July 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 6°C in February 2020.

On average, Iraq receives 128 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

The climate in Iraq is based on weather data from Baghdad. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iraq to get the full picture of the climate.

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Best time to visit Iraq?

The best time to visit Iraq for sunny weather is February through April and October through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Iraq. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.

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Climate Table of Iraq

The climate table of Iraq shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 17 20 25 31 38 43 46 46 42 35 25 19
Temp. min (°C) 6 8 13 17 23 27 29 29 25 20 13 8
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Precipitation (mm) 19 19 30 9,1 1,6 0,5 0 0 0 5,9 24 18
UV Index 5 7 7 7 9 8 8 7 7 6 5 4

Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.

  • Average yearly temperature: 33°C
  • Highest temperature: 46°C in July and August
  • Lowest temperature: 17°C in January
  • Precipitation: 128 mm per year, averaging 11 mm per month
  • Driest months: 0 mm in July, August and September
  • Wettest months: 30 mm in March, 24 mm in November and 19 mm in January

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Weather experiences in Iraq

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Average Temperature per Month in Iraq

This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Iraq. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.

Temperature per Month in Iraq

Average Precipitation per Month in Iraq

This graph shows how much rainfall Iraq gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.

Precipitation per Month in Iraq

Average UV Index per Month in Iraq

This graph shows the average UV index per month in Iraq. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.

UV Index per Month in Iraq

Yearly Temperature in Iraq

This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Iraq. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.

Yearly Temperature in Iraq

Total Yearly Precipitation in Iraq

This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Iraq over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.

Yearly Precipitation in Iraq

Weather experiences in Iraq

The weather in Iraq is rated an average of 2,9 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Iraq? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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Weather experience:Good StarStarStarStar

February promises pleasant impressions of your stay in Iraq. Moderately cool, temperatures between 10 and 20 °C. Less rain, clear skies and sunny days brought relief. It is cold at night, so bring warm clothes.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Good StarStarStarStar

Temperatures can be high during the day, but cool off pleasantly at night. Bring plenty of water for hydration!— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

The days were pleasantly warm and ideal for relaxing, but the nights were quite cold. There were dust storms and it was quite an experience.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

Cold nights contrasted with moderately warm days. It rained occasionally, making travel difficult. Sunny days were pleasant, but temperature swings became a problem. Pack well and be prepared for changeable weather.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

The intense heat during the day was tough, but the humid evenings were lovely. This is a great option for those who like warm, dry weather.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

During the day it became unbearably hot at times. Evenings were pleasant with a slight drop in temperature. Fewer dust storms compared to other months, but they are still present.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

The air temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius. Sunny days alternate with periodic showers. Winds can be strong, so be prepared. Generally acceptable.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Bad StarStar

During the day, the mercury often exceeded 45 degrees Celsius. Nights were slightly cooler, around 30 degrees. Too hot for a pleasant visit.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Awful Star

There was almost no shade; a scorching drought prevailed. A physical test for vacationers. Swimming would have cooled us down, but there was no such option.— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Okay StarStarStar

Temperatures are pleasant during the day, but be sure to bring a coat for cool nights. There was almost no rain during my visit.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average Weather in Iraq by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iraq. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.

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