When to Iraq
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January offers pleasant winter weather with comfortable daytime temperatures and cool nights. This is one of the driest months with minimal rainfall, making it excellent for outdoor exploration. The mild climate provides relief from both summer heat and the wetter spring months.
February
February marks the beginning of the wetter season with the year's first significant rainfall. Temperatures remain mild and comfortable for travel. The increased precipitation helps clear dust from the air and creates more pleasant atmospheric conditions.
March
March brings warmer temperatures and continued rainfall, creating some of the year's most pleasant weather conditions. The combination of moderate warmth and regular precipitation makes this an ideal time for sightseeing. Spring weather begins to establish itself with comfortable days and nights.
April
April continues the favorable spring weather with warm days and mild nights, plus regular rainfall. This represents the last month of the wet season before summer's extreme heat begins. Conditions remain excellent for all outdoor activities and cultural exploration.
May
May marks a dramatic temperature increase as summer approaches, with highs jumping to 98°F. Despite some rainfall, the heat becomes more intense and challenging for outdoor activities. This transitional month requires more careful planning for sun protection and hydration.
June
June shows unusual temperature patterns with highs dropping back to 77°F, making it surprisingly comfortable for a summer month. Continued rainfall provides relief from typical desert conditions. This creates unexpectedly favorable conditions for travel compared to other summer months.
July
July brings extreme summer heat with temperatures soaring to 114°F and zero rainfall. This marks the beginning of the intense dry season with dangerous heat levels for outdoor exposure. Travel during this month requires extreme caution and limited daytime outdoor activities.
August
August continues the extreme heat with 114°F highs and no rainfall, creating the year's most challenging conditions. The combination of intense heat and complete dryness makes this the most difficult month for visitors. Indoor activities and early morning/late evening outdoor time are essential.
September
September remains very hot at 107°F with continued drought conditions and no rainfall. While slightly cooler than July and August, temperatures are still dangerously high for extended outdoor exposure. The dry heat continues to dominate weather patterns.
October
October shows significant cooling with temperatures dropping to 93°F, though drought conditions persist with no rainfall. This marks the beginning of the transition from extreme summer heat toward more manageable autumn weather. Outdoor activities become more feasible during cooler parts of the day.
November
November brings welcome relief with comfortable 77°F temperatures and the return of rainfall after months of drought. This marks the beginning of the pleasant season with moderate temperatures and moisture returning to the air. Conditions become favorable for outdoor exploration again.
December
December offers cool, dry weather with pleasant 69°F highs and minimal rainfall. This represents ideal winter conditions with comfortable temperatures for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The month provides a peaceful end to the year with mild, stable weather patterns.