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Sulaymaniyah weather and climate in 2024
Day
12 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
88 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
72 %
Day
12 °C
Night
3 °C
Sea
0 °C
Precipitation
88 mm
in month
Rainy days
7 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
72 %
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Weather overview
Sulaymaniyah (Iraq) is a place with a mild continental climate. The day temperatures range from 9 °C (49 °F) in January to 40 °C (103 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from 1 °C (34 °F) in January to 25 °C (77 °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.
January weather
The day temperature reaches its minimum, with its value of 9 °C (49 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the night temperature is on its minimum as well, with its value of 1 °C (34 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 8 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 102 mm (4.00 in). The humidity reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 73 %. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value of 5 hours.
February weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 12 °C (54 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too in February. The rainfall amount is on its maximum in February. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, its value is 6 hours.
March weather
The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, its value is 8 days in Sulaymaniyah, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 102 mm (4.01 in). The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 17 °C (62 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 7 °C (44 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
April weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of 10 °C (51 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 8 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 81 mm (3.20 in). The tourist season is at its beginning. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 7 hours.
May weather
The tourist season is close to its peak this month in Sulaymaniyah. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 29 °C (85 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, its value is 16 °C (60 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 6 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 32 mm (1.25 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 10 hours.
June weather
The tourist season continues in Sulaymaniyah. The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 36 °C (97 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 2 days, and the rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 2 mm (0.06 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum in this month.
July weather
The day temperature is on its maximum, its value is 40 °C (103 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the night temperature is on its maximum too in July. The tourist season continues, and the dry season is taking place as well. The number of rainy days continues to descent, its value is 1 day. The humidity is on its minimum.
August weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Sulaymaniyah, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable as well. The number of rainy days reaches its minimum, with its value being 1 day. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, the value of this measure is 12 hours.
September weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Sulaymaniyah, and the dry season continues as well. The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 0 mm (0.02 in). The night temperature descent's start could be observed, its value is 20 °C (69 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed too, with its value being 35 °C (95 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.
October weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 29 °C (83 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 15 °C (58 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, its value is 4 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise too in October. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 8 hours.
November weather
There is pending tourist season in Sulaymaniyah. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 19 °C (65 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 8 °C (46 °F). The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value being 73 mm (2.89 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed as well, its value is 6 days. The wind speed reaches its minimum, with its value of 2.
December weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 12 °C (54 °F) in Sulaymaniyah, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 7 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 88 mm (3.47 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 5 hours. The day length is on its minimum in December.
FAQs
What level of humidity is to expect in Sulaymaniyah in February?
Humidity in February in Sulaymaniyah is 70 %.
How windy is it in Sulaymaniyah in April?
In April in Sulaymaniyah, there will be an average wind scale of 3.
How many hours of sun to expect in Sulaymaniyah in May?
There is an average length of sunshine of 10 hours per day in Sulaymaniyah in May.
What is the night temperature in Sulaymaniyah in June?
The average night temperature in Sulaymaniyah in June is 22 °C (71 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning. That's 6 °C (43 °F) more than in the previous month.
Are there good conditions to visit in July in Sulaymaniyah?
July is a good month to visit Sulaymaniyah. At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 25 °C (77 °F). There are only 1 day of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. Some people will find 40 °C (103 °F) temperature high, while others will enjoy it.
What is the average number of rainy days in Sulaymaniyah in August?
In Sulaymaniyah in August, we can expect 1 day to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 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 Sulaymaniyah during the day in September?
In September in Sulaymaniyah, the average daily temperatures will be 35 °C (95 °F). High temperature, when staying in other than air-conditioned rooms or water can be uncomfortable. This is a decrease of 4 °C (40 °F) compared to the last month. Be sure to bring sunscreen, very light clothing, and strictly look for rooms with air conditioning.
Is it hot in October in Sulaymaniyah?
In October in Sulaymaniyah, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Is November part of the wet season in Sulaymaniyah?
No, there is no wet season in November in Sulaymaniyah - you can expect 6 days of rain during the month.
Is there a dry season in December in Sulaymaniyah?
No, December is not a dry month in Sulaymaniyah, 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.