The weather in December in Iraq
It's pleasantly warm in December in Iraq with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Iraq. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Iraq. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2023, Iraq reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 18 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Iraq
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iraq. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Iraq | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 18 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Iraq with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 19°C, with nights around 9°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Iraq is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Iraq. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Iraq
Temperature in December in Iraq over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Iraq. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Iraq
Total precipitation in December in Iraq over the years
Daily UV index in December in Iraq
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Iraq, 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.
Weather experiences in December in Iraq
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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
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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.