IraqAverage weather for Erbil in May
It's hot in May in Erbil with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 21°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Erbil with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 16°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Erbil is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 16 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Erbil in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
38°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
16 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
4 days | 14 days | |
April
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 Erbil?
May is an awesome month to be in Erbil for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2021, Erbil reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Erbil
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Erbil, 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 Erbil
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Erbil, 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 4 days of precipitation in Erbil.
Daily UV index in May in Erbil
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Erbil, 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 Erbil over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Erbil, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Erbil over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Erbil, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Erbil
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Erbil. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Erbil by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Erbil. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
