Climate Insights for Gomawan

Sharbazher District, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq

Hottest
August
37°C peak98°F peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
March
174 mm rain6.8 in rain
Best to Visit
May, September, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gomawan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 934 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 174 mm of rainfall. Gomawan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 168cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Gomawan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 36.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 6.8 in of rainfall. Gomawan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 27°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 6°Average: 2°Min: -3°FebMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: -2°MarMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°AprMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 7°MayMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 16°JulMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 20°AugMax: 37°Average: 29°Min: 20°SepMax: 32°Average: 24°Min: 15°OctMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 9°NovMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 4°DecMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 43°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FFebMax: 46°FAverage: 37°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 55°FAverage: 47°FMin: 37°FAprMax: 66°FAverage: 56°FMin: 44°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 61°FJulMax: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 68°FAugMax: 98°FAverage: 84°FMin: 67°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 75°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 62°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 59°FAverage: 48°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 48°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°F
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Gomawan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 2°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.Gomawan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 71°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 84°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 35°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 160mmSnow: 68mmFebPrecipitation: 149mmSnow: 60mmMarPrecipitation: 174mmSnow: 7mmAprPrecipitation: 110mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 35mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 97mmSnow: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 144mmSnow: 29mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.3inSnow (in): 27inFebPrecipitation: 5.9inSnow (in): 24inMarPrecipitation: 6.8inSnow (in): 3inAprPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.8inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 11in
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Gomawan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 934 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 78 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 174 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 174 mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 168cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 68cm.Gomawan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 36.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 6.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 6.9 in 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 66in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 27in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Gomawan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Gomawan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan2°35°F
Feb3°37°F
Mar8°47°F
Apr13°56°F
May18°65°F
Jun25°77°F
Jul29°85°F
Aug29°84°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct17°62°F
Nov9°48°F
Dec4°40°F

The best time to visit Gomawan is during May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 32 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Gomawan is during May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 98°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 27°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gomawan 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gomawan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
-3 °C27 °F
6 °C43 °F
6 km/h3 mph
160 mm6.3 in
68 cm27 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
8 °C46 °F
6 km/h4 mph
149 mm5.9 in
60 cm24 in
Mar
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
6 km/h4 mph
174 mm6.8 in
7 cm3 in
Apr
7 °C44 °F
19 °C66 °F
7 km/h4 mph
110 mm4.3 in
2 cm1 in
May
11 °C52 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
16 °C61 °F
32 °C89 °F
7 km/h5 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C68 °F
36 °C97 °F
7 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C67 °F
37 °C98 °F
7 km/h4 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
32 °C90 °F
7 km/h4 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C49 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C38 °F
15 °C59 °F
6 km/h4 mph
97 mm3.8 in
1 cm1 in
Dec
0 °C32 °F
9 °C48 °F
6 km/h3 mph
144 mm5.7 in
29 cm11 in