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Bagdad Weather in March

During March, Bagdad experiences high daytime temperatures of 27°C (81°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F). Some rainfall is typical during this period.

Rainfall in Bagdad in March

Typically around 4 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 21 mm (0.8 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Bagdad in March

March is a perfect month in Bagdad, with 27°C (81°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Bagdad in March

There are approximately 245 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Bagdad in March

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during March. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Bagdad.

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Bagdad Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C (81°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm (0.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots)  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Historical weather for Bagdad in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Bagdad spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Bagdad historical weather extremes in March

Our historical data for Bagdad spans 2005 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in March was on March 25, 2008, with a maximum of 38°C (100°F).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in March was 13°C (55°F), recorded on March 11, 2005.
  • Bagdad registered its coldest March night on March 5, 2012, with temperatures dropping to 2°C (36°F).

Best Places in Iraq in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Bagdad in March

Warm but pleasant conditions in Bagdad in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Bagdad in March

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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