Climate Insights for Abū Ghurayb

Abu Ghraib District, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Hottest
July
45°C peak
Coldest
January
7°C low
Wettest
March
28mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Abū Ghurayb is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 153mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 28mm of rainfall. Abū Ghurayb is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Feb Max: 20° Average: 14° Min: 9° Mar Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Apr Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 18° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 23° Jun Max: 43° Average: 36° Min: 28° Jul Max: 45° Average: 38° Min: 31° Aug Max: 45° Average: 38° Min: 31° Sep Max: 42° Average: 34° Min: 27° Oct Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Nov Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Dec Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9°
Max
Average
Min

Abū Ghurayb has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 45°C and an average of 38°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 18mm Feb Precipitation: 25mm Mar Precipitation: 28mm Apr Precipitation: 19mm May Precipitation: 5mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 8mm Nov Precipitation: 26mm Dec Precipitation: 24mm
Precipitation

Abū Ghurayb is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 153mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 28mm of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 28mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 16km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 22km/h Jul Wind Speed: 23km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Abū Ghurayb is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 15km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Abū Ghurayb, which began on March 20, 2026. Abū Ghurayb is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 45°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 7°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 13 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 51mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 28 to 45°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 7 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 67mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 12°
Feb 14°
Mar 19°
Apr 25°
May 31°
Jun 36°
Jul 38°
Aug 38°
Sep 34°
Oct 28°
Nov 19°
Dec 13°

The best time to visit Abū Ghurayb is during March, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 24mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 45°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Abū Ghurayb based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
7 °C
17 °C
15 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Feb
9 °C
20 °C
16 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
13 °C
25 °C
19 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
31 °C
19 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
37 °C
20 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jun
28 °C
43 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
31 °C
45 °C
23 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
31 °C
45 °C
21 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
42 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
35 °C
15 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Dec
9 °C
19 °C
14 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
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