Best Time to Visit Duhok, Duhok, Iraq
Duhok is at its sunniest and driest in June–October.
The best time to visit Duhok for sunny, dry weather is June–October — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 5.2°C / 41.4°F in January to 32.1°C / 89.8°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 146 mm / 5.7 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Duhok, Duhok, Iraq's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Duhok's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 28.3°C82.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 32.1°C89.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 31.5°C88.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 27.3°C81.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 20.1°C68.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Duhok?
The best time to visit Duhok for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 32.1°C / 89.8°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Duhok's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Duhok?
The rainy season at Duhok, Duhok runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 74 mm / 2.9 in. The wettest single month is February (146 mm / 5.7 in).
What is the driest month in Duhok?
The driest month in Duhok is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 28.3°C / 82.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Duhok?
The least comfortable months for travel to Duhok — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 146 mm / 5.7 in in February, and the coldest month averages 5.2°C / 41.4°F.
Is Duhok climate different from Iraq overall?
Yes, usually. Our Duhok figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Iraq figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Duhok specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.