Bagdad weather in August (Iraq)

Curious about the August weather in Bagdad? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Bagdad typically experiences very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 47°C, while nights can cool down to about 31°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Bagdad in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.1 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 0 days.

The city usually sees around 353 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bagdad. January, February, March, April, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bagdad climate page with graphs.

 

Bagdad, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 31°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 47°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.1 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 23%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 353 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Iraq in August

Find out more about the weather in Iraq in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Bagdad in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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