Temperature in Iraq in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Iraq this January.

Iraq, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 10°C (50°F) in As Sulaymānīyah to 20°C (68°F) in Al Başrah. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Al Başrah and -1°C (30°F) in As Sulaymānīyah. The month of January is in the winter season. 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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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Iraq temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Iraq in January?

Average daytime highs in Iraq during January reach about 13°C (55°F) in Erbil.

How cold does it get at night in Iraq in January?

Erbil sees nighttime lows close to 3°C (37°F) in January.

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 (68°F), and evenings that remain near 9°C (48°F).

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 (50°F) and drops to lows of about -1°C (30°F) during the night.

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