Karbala weather in August (Iraq)

How is the weather in Karbala in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Karbala typically experiences very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 46°C, while night temperatures can drop to 30°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Karbala in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.1 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 0 days.

The city usually sees around 353 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Karbala. January, February, March, April, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Karbala climate page with graphs.

 

Karbala, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 30°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 46°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.1 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 23% *  
SunshineSunshine 353 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bagdad, Iraq (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Iraq in August

Find out more about the weather in Iraq in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Karbala in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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