IraqAverage weather for An Najaf in May
It's hot in May in An Najaf with an average temperature of 39°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 28°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in An Najaf with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 23°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 40°C, with nights around 25°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in An Najaf is around 41°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
According to weather history, there is only 1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
An Najaf in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
39°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
42°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
36°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
1 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit An Najaf?
May isn’t a good month to be in An Najaf. The average temperature of 39°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Temperature records
With 47°C in 2021, An Najaf reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 31°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in An Najaf
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for An Najaf, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in An Najaf
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for An Najaf, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in An Najaf.
Daily UV index in May in An Najaf
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in An Najaf, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in An Najaf over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in An Najaf, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in An Najaf over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in An Najaf, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for An Najaf
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Average weather in An Najaf by month
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