Average weather for Iraq in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Iraq with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 7°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Iraq with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 7°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Iraq is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In January, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Iraq in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
15°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
19 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Iraq?
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Iraq. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2021, Iraq reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Check out the climate of Iraq for all months and discover the best travel time
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.
Daily Temperature in January in Iraq
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Iraq, 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.
Weather experiences in January in Iraq
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Daily Precipitation in January in Iraq
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Iraq, 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 January, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Iraq.
Daily UV index in January in Iraq
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Temperature in January in Iraq over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Iraq, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Iraq over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Iraq, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Iraq
Click on any day in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in Iraq
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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.
