Climate of Baghdad, Iraq
Area-weighted average across Baghdad. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Baghdad, a subdivision of Iraq, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 9.6°C / 49.3°F in January to 34.9°C / 94.8°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 28 mm / 1.1 in depending on the season (155 mm / 6.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.6°C49.3°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| February | 12.5°C54.5°F | 28 mm1.1″ | — |
| March | 16.7°C62.1°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 22.2°C72°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 28.4°C83.1°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 32.9°C91.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 34.9°C94.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 34.1°C93.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 30.7°C87.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 24.6°C76.3°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 16.4°C61.5°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 11.4°C52.5°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Baghdad?
The best months to visit Baghdad, Iraq for sunny, dry weather are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 34.9°C / 94.8°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Baghdad?
Baghdad, Iraq has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 9.6°C / 49.3°F in January to 34.9°C / 94.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 155 mm / 6.1 in, with the wettest month being February (28 mm / 1.1 in) and the driest June (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Baghdad?
The hottest month in Baghdad is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 34.9°C / 94.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Baghdad?
The coldest month in Baghdad is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 9.6°C / 49.3°F.
When does it rain most in Baghdad?
The wettest month in Baghdad is February, averaging about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.