Iraq

Iraq Weather in November

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

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Erbil Baghdād As Sulaymānīyah Karbala

Are you planning a trip a to Iraq in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Iraq in November

In November, Iraq experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in As Sulaymānīyah at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Al Başrah at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Al Başrah and 6°C (43°F) in As Sulaymānīyah.

To explore the conditions in Iraq in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ar-Rutbah with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in As Sulaymānīyah with 87 mm (3.4 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Iraq in November

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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 November for some of the most popular destinations in Iraq?

Temperature range in Iraq (November)

Precipitation variation in Iraq (November)

Erbil

In November Erbil generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Erbil →

Baghdād

In November Baghdād generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
213 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Baghdād →

As Sulaymānīyah

In November As Sulaymānīyah generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in As Sulaymānīyah →

Karbala

In November Karbala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
213 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Karbala →

Al Başrah

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

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Başrah →

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Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Erbil 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Baghdād 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
As Sulaymānīyah 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Karbala 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Kirkuk 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Ar-Rutbah 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Iraq weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iraq in November?

Iraq typically experiences perfect weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Erbil average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Iraq in November?

In Erbil, the average daytime high in November is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Iraq get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Iraq during November, with Erbil averaging close to 64 mm (2.5 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit Iraq?

We believe that November 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, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April and November offering mostly perfect weather in Erbil. The weather in January, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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