Climate of Basra, Iraq
Area-weighted average across Basra. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Basra, a subdivision of Iraq, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12°C / 53.6°F in January to 35.6°C / 96.1°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 28 mm / 1.1 in depending on the season (129 mm / 5.1 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 | 12°C53.6°F | 27 mm1.1″ | — |
| February | 14.3°C57.7°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 24.5°C76.1°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 30.3°C86.5°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.6°C92.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.6°C96.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35.2°C95.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 32°C89.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 26.5°C79.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 19.4°C66.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 13.5°C56.3°F | 28 mm1.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Basra?
The best months to visit Basra, Iraq for sunny, dry weather are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 35.6°C / 96.1°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Basra?
Basra, Iraq has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12°C / 53.6°F in January to 35.6°C / 96.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 129 mm / 5.1 in, with the wettest month being December (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 Basra?
The hottest month in Basra is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 35.6°C / 96.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Basra?
The coldest month in Basra is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 12°C / 53.6°F.
When does it rain most in Basra?
The wettest month in Basra is December, averaging about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.