Erbil weather and climate in 2024
Day
13 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
91 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
Day
13 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
91 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
74 %
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Weather overview
Erbil (Iraq) in general has a hot continental climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 13 °C (55 °F) in January to 43 °C (109 °F) in July. The driest month is August with just 1 day of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is March with 8 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in July with 26 °C (79 °F), the lowest in January with 3 °C (37 °F).
January weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, with its value being 13 °C (55 °F) in Erbil, and the minimum of the night temperature is observable too. The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value of 91 mm (3.60 in), while the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 8 days. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value of 74 %.
February weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed in Erbil, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed as well, the value of this measure is 5 °C (41 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
March weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 19 °C (67 °F) in Erbil, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 8 °C (46 °F). The tourist season is at its beginning. The rainfall amount starts to descent, the value of this measure is 79 mm (3.10 in), while the number of rainy days is on its maximum, with its value being 8 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
April weather
The tourist season continues in Erbil. The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value of 61 mm (2.41 in). The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 11 °C (52 °F), and the rise of the day temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 8 hours.
May weather
There is pending tourist season in May in Erbil. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 6 days, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 24 mm (0.95 in). The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 32 °C (89 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 10 hours.
June weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 39 °C (102 °F) in Erbil, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, its value is 23 °C (73 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The rainfall amount continues to descent, with its value being 2 mm (0.07 in), and the number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 2 days. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 13 hours.
July weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Erbil, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable as well. The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 1 day. The maximum of the night temperature is observable, and the maximum of the day temperature is observable as well, with its value being 43 °C (109 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in July.
August weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Erbil, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable as well this month. The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 1 day. The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 42 °C (108 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed too, with its value of 25 °C (77 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent, with its value of 13 hours.
September weather
The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 37 °C (99 °F) in Erbil, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 20 °C (68 °F). The rainfall amount is on its minimum, with its value of 0 mm (0.02 in). The dry season is taking place, and the tourist season is close to its peak too. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 11 hours.
October weather
There is pending tourist season in Erbil. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 29 °C (85 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 13 °C (56 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 4 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too in this month. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 8 hours.
November weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in November in Erbil. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, with its value being 54 mm (2.13 in). The day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 20 °C (68 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 8 °C (46 °F). The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value of 2.
December weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F) in Erbil, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 5 °C (41 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 7 days, and the rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 67 mm (2.62 in). The minimum of the day length can be noticed, with its value being 10 hours. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in December.
FAQs
What level of humidity is to expect in February in Erbil?
Humidity in Erbil in February is 71 %.
Is there a wet season in April in Erbil?
No, there is no wet season in Erbil in April - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.
How windy is it in May in Erbil?
An average wind scale that can be expected in May in Erbil is 3. It is rather a milder or unnoticeable wind, therefore it will not bother you during your holiday.
How many hours of sun to expect in Erbil in June?
There is an average length of sunshine of 13 hours per day in June in Erbil. That's 3 hours more than in the previous month. This is an increase of 33 %.
What is the air temperature in July in Erbil at night?
The average night temperature in July in Erbil is 26 °C (79 °F). The temperature creates a tropical atmosphere and encourages a night of fun, often including a drink to refresh. After all, this temperature is already relatively high. This indicator is higher by 4 °C (38 °F) than in the previous month.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in August in Erbil?
There are 1 day, which are rainy in August in Erbil, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.1 days of the week, or in general - 2 % days.
What is the temperature in Erbil during the day in September?
The average daily temperature in Erbil in September is 37 °C (99 °F). High temperature, when staying in other than air-conditioned rooms or water can be uncomfortable. In absolute terms, the decrease compared to the last month is 5 °C (41 °F). Be sure to bring sunscreen, very light clothing, and strictly look for rooms with air conditioning.
Is it hot in Erbil in October?
In Erbil in October, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Are there good conditions to visit in November in Erbil?
November is a good month to visit Erbil. There are only 6 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20 °C (68 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 8 °C (46 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is December part of the dry season in Erbil?
No, December is not a dry month in Erbil, expect rain approximately 7 days in a month.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.