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During January, Karbala experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 7°C (45°F). As the wettest month of the year, and part of the winter season, expect frequent rainfall.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Karbala.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Karbala - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Karbala spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Karbala.
Find out more about the weather in Iraq and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Iraq in January →
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).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in January. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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