Current Weather and Forecast in Baghdad, Iraq
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About the weather in Baghdad
Baghdad has a hot desert climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 114°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 43°. March brings the most rain, on about 5 days, while June is the sunniest, with 13.3 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 27 days.
Baghdad climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Which month is coolest in Baghdad?
January, with highs of 62°F (17°C) and lows near 43°F (6°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 28°F (-2°C).
Is there snow in Baghdad?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Baghdad shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the hottest month in Baghdad?
July, averaging 114°F (45°C) by day and 88°F (31°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 124°F (51°C).
Which month is wettest in Baghdad?
March, at 1.4 inches (36 mm) over about 5 days. July is the driest month, at less than 1 mm.
When should I visit Baghdad?
The best time to visit Baghdad is generally November to March, when temperatures sit either side of the peak heat rather than in it. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 69°F (20°C), with rain on about 4 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
Is Baghdad humid?
Relative humidity averages 39% across the year, which reads as dry. The most comfortable stretch falls in the drier half of the year.