Things to Do in Iraq in May
May weather, activities, events & insider tips
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May Weather in Iraq
Long-run averages for May in Erbil
97°F (36°C)
High Temp
68°F (20°C)
Low Temp
0.3 inches (8 mm)
Rainfall
37%
Humidity
8
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ One gust and the sky turns rust. Visibility drops to arm's length. Asthmatics, pack masks.
What's On in Iraq in May
Iraq in May sees warm temperatures, with average highs of 36°C and average lows of 20°C, alongside average rainfall of 8 mm. The month is 7°C warmer than April and drier, with 8 mm of rainfall compared to April's 18 mm. Labour Day falls on Saturday 1 May 2027. Day length reaches 13 hours 28 minutes on 1 May and extends to 13 hours 51 minutes by 15 May.
May Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 29°C | 15°C | 18 mm |
| May | 36°C | 20°C | 8 mm |
| June | 41°C | 23°C | 0 mm |
May is 7°C warmer than April; drier than April (8 mm vs 18 mm); 5°C cooler than June.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in May
Day length: 13 h 28 min on 1 May, 13 h 51 min on 15 May (+53 min compared with mid-April).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Labour Day: Saturday 1 May 2027
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Iraq get in May?
On average 8 mm in May.
How warm is Iraq in May?
Average highs are 36°C and average lows 20°C.
How long are the days in Iraq in May?
About 13 h 51 min of daylight on 15 May.
Are there public holidays in Iraq in May?
Yes: Labour Day on Saturday 1 May 2027.
What are some notable places to visit in Iraq?
Sippar (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Where to Stay in Iraq in May
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for May travellers.
Public Holidays in May
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Labour Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Labour Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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