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Karbala Climate by Month

The temperature in Karbala can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very hot to mild. It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Karbala. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 46°C in August to a moderate 18°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 7°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Karbala has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 112 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Karbala shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect low rainfall in January, with an average of 21 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days. In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0 mm of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Karbala serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 11.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 6.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bagdad, Iraq (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bagdad, Iraq (73 KM, 45 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Karbala in Iraq

During the months of February 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Karbala?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 46°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Karbala?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 18°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Karbala?
    January tops the wettest month list with 21 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Karbala?
    July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Karbala?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 353 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Karbala

    Thu   Nov 21
    26°C | 13°C
    N 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    25°C | 13°C
    NW 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    25°C | 13°C
    NW 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain