Iraq

Iraq Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Iraq in March.

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Erbil Baghdād As Sulaymānīyah Karbala

Planning a trip to Iraq this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Iraq in March

In March, Iraq experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in As Sulaymānīyah at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Nasiriya at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Nasiriya and 4°C (39°F) in As Sulaymānīyah.

For a closer look at conditions across Iraq, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Karbala with an average of 14 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in As Sulaymānīyah with 128 mm (5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Iraq in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Iraq

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Iraq?

Temperature range in Iraq (March)

Precipitation variation in Iraq (March)

Erbil

In March Erbil generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Erbil →

Baghdād

In March Baghdād generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
27°C (81°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
245 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baghdād →

As Sulaymānīyah

In March As Sulaymānīyah generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in As Sulaymānīyah →

Karbala

In March Karbala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
26°C (79°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
245 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Karbala →

Al Başrah

In March Al Başrah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
25 mm (1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Al Başrah →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Iraq in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Erbil 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Baghdād 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
As Sulaymānīyah 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Karbala 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Kirkuk 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Ar-Rutbah 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Iraq weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iraq in March?

Iraq typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Erbil average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Iraq in March?

In Erbil, the average daytime high in March is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Iraq get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Iraq. Erbil averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Iraq?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Iraq with overall perfect weather in Erbil. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April and November provide perfect weather in Erbil. On the other hand, the weather in January, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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