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Temperature in Iraq in January

January in Iraq has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from low in As Sulaymānīyah with 10°C to pleasant temperatures in Al Başrah with 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Al Başrah and -1°C in As Sulaymānīyah. During January, winter is in full swing. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Iraq in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Iraq, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in January in Iraq?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Al Başrah clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 20°C, and evenings that remain near 9°C.

  • What is the coldest city in January in Iraq?
    • According to our data, As Sulaymānīyah holds the title for the coldest city in Iraq in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 10°C and drops to lows of about -1°C during the night.

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