Climate Insights for Baynjiwayn

Penjwin District, Muḩāfaz̧at as Sulaymānīyah, Iraq

Hottest
August
38°C peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low
Wettest
January
139mm rain
Best to Visit
May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Baynjiwayn is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 685mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 139mm of rainfall. Baynjiwayn is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -2° Feb Max: 10° Average: 5° Min: -1° Mar Max: 14° Average: 10° Min: 4° Apr Max: 20° Average: 14° Min: 7° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 12° Jun Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 17° Jul Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 21° Aug Max: 38° Average: 30° Min: 20° Sep Max: 34° Average: 25° Min: 15° Oct Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 10° Nov Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 4° Dec Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 0°
Max
Average
Min

Baynjiwayn has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 30°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 139mm Snow: 26mm Feb Precipitation: 125mm Snow: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 132mm Snow: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 66mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 69mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 98mm Snow: 6mm
Precipitation
Snow

Baynjiwayn is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 685mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 139mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 139mm less than January, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 14km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed

Baynjiwayn is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 12km/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 Baynjiwayn, which began on March 20, 2026. Baynjiwayn 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 August at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 4 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 227mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 4 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 96mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -2 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 361mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Expect around 54cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar 10°
Apr 14°
May 20°
Jun 27°
Jul 31°
Aug 30°
Sep 25°
Oct 18°
Nov 10°
Dec

The best time to visit Baynjiwayn is during May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 27mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -2°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 Baynjiwayn 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
-2 °C
9 °C
10 km/h
139 mm
26 cm
Feb
-1 °C
10 °C
10 km/h
125 mm
21 cm
Mar Current
4 °C
14 °C
12 km/h
132 mm
2 cm
Apr
7 °C
20 °C
13 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
May
12 °C
26 °C
14 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
34 °C
14 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
38 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
20 °C
38 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
15 °C
34 °C
13 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
10 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Nov
4 °C
17 °C
10 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Dec
0 °C
11 °C
9 km/h
98 mm
6 cm
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