Travel Planning
🇮🇶 Iraq
Best Time to Visit Erbil
Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Erbil, Iraq.
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Best Months to Visit
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12-Month Comfort Guide
Best Shoulder Avoid
January Avoid
6.9°C · 85mm
Score 70
February Avoid
8.7°C · 70mm
Score 73
March Shoulder
12.8°C · 88mm
Score 82
April Best
18.1°C · 50mm
Score 92
May Best
24.9°C · 21mm
Score 94
June Shoulder
31.2°C · 1mm
Score 82
July Avoid
35.0°C · 0mm
Score 74
August Shoulder
34.8°C · 0mm
Score 74
September Shoulder
30.0°C · 1mm
Score 84
October Best
23.0°C · 33mm
Score 98
November Shoulder
14.2°C · 72mm
Score 84
December Shoulder
9.4°C · 72mm
Score 75
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Seasonal Overview
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Monthly Detail Pages
Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What is the best month to visit Erbil? +
By comfort score, October is the best month to visit Erbil (score: 98). Expect average temperatures of 23.0°C and 33mm of precipitation.
02 When does it rain most in Erbil? +
January sees the heaviest rainfall in Erbil (85mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.
03 What is Erbil like in summer? +
Summer in Erbil averages 33.7°C with 0mm of rain per month. Expect hot, humid conditions — stay hydrated.
04 What is Erbil like in winter? +
Winter averages 8.3°C with 76mm per month. A light jacket should suffice.
05 What should I pack for Erbil? +
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.
06 What is the peak tourist season in Erbil? +
Peak season falls in October, May, April. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in November, September, March.
- Sources
- Open-Meteo
- Updated
- 2026-01-01