Best Time to Visit Erbil, Erbil, Iraq
Erbil is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Erbil for sunny, dry weather is May–October — 6 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 6.1°C / 43°F in January to 33.9°C / 93°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 114 mm / 4.5 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Erbil, Erbil, Iraq's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Erbil'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 24.5°C76.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 30.2°C86.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 33.9°C93°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 33.1°C91.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 28.4°C83.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 21°C69.8°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Erbil?
The best time to visit Erbil for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 33.9°C / 93°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Erbil's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Erbil?
The rainy season at Erbil, Erbil runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 57 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is January (114 mm / 4.5 in).
What is the driest month in Erbil?
The driest month in Erbil is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 30.2°C / 86.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Erbil?
The least comfortable months for travel to Erbil — 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 114 mm / 4.5 in in January, and the coldest month averages 6.1°C / 43°F.
Is Erbil climate different from Iraq overall?
Yes, usually. Our Erbil 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 Erbil specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.