Climate of Najaf, Iraq
Area-weighted average across Najaf. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Najaf, a subdivision of Iraq, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10.1°C / 50.2°F in January to 35.4°C / 95.7°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 20 mm / 0.8 in depending on the season (83 mm / 3.3 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 | 10.1°C50.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
| February | 12.6°C54.7°F | 11 mm0.4″ | — |
| March | 17.5°C63.5°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 23.4°C74.1°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| May | 29.4°C84.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.4°C92.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.4°C95.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35°C95°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 31.9°C89.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 17.2°C63°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 11.6°C52.9°F | 20 mm0.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Najaf?
The best months to visit Najaf, 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 35.4°C / 95.7°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Najaf?
Najaf, Iraq has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10.1°C / 50.2°F in January to 35.4°C / 95.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 83 mm / 3.3 in, with the wettest month being December (20 mm / 0.8 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 Najaf?
The hottest month in Najaf is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 35.4°C / 95.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Najaf?
The coldest month in Najaf is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.1°C / 50.2°F.
When does it rain most in Najaf?
The wettest month in Najaf is December, averaging about 20 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.