Erbil Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Erbil can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very hot during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Erbil can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 43°C in July to a moderate 13°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Erbil experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 564 mm yearly. The seasons in Erbil, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives high rainfall, with an average of 102 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Erbil Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Erbil in Iraq
During the months of April and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of June, July, August and September are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 43°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
February tops the wettest month list with 102 mm of rainfall.
August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
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