Climate Insights for Hardan

Mergasur District, Erbil Governorate, Iraq

Hottest
August
37°C peak99°F peak
Coldest
January
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
March
208 mm rain8.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hardan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1,081 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 208 mm of rainfall. Hardan 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 176cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Hardan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 42.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 8.2 in of rainfall. Hardan 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 69in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 6°Average: 1°Min: -4°FebMax: 8°Average: 3°Min: -2°MarMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°AprMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 7°MayMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 12°JunMax: 33°Average: 26°Min: 17°JulMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 21°AugMax: 37°Average: 30°Min: 20°SepMax: 33°Average: 25°Min: 16°OctMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 10°NovMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 4°DecMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: -1°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 43°FAverage: 34°FMin: 25°FFebMax: 47°FAverage: 38°FMin: 28°FMarMax: 55°FAverage: 47°FMin: 37°FAprMax: 67°FAverage: 57°FMin: 45°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 53°FJunMax: 91°FAverage: 79°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 98°FAverage: 86°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 99°FAverage: 86°FMin: 69°FSepMax: 91°FAverage: 77°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 61°FAverage: 50°FMin: 39°FDecMax: 49°FAverage: 40°FMin: 31°F
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Hardan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 1°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.Hardan has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 74°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 99°F and an average of 86°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 34°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 15°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 193mmSnow: 74mmFebPrecipitation: 135mmSnow: 49mmMarPrecipitation: 208mmSnow: 14mmAprPrecipitation: 126mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 81mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 2mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 114mmSnow: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 169mmSnow: 37mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26in28inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.6inSnow (in): 29inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 19inMarPrecipitation: 8.2inSnow (in): 5inAprPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 3.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.5inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 6.7inSnow (in): 15in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Hardan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,081 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 90 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 208 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 207 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 176cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 74cm.Hardan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 42.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 8.2 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 8.1 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 69in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 29in.

Wind

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

Hardan 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 July, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 5km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Hardan 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 July, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 3mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan1°34°F
Feb3°38°F
Mar8°47°F
Apr14°57°F
May19°66°F
Jun26°79°F
Jul30°86°F
Aug30°86°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov10°50°F
Dec4°40°F

The best time to visit Hardan 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 63 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 -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Hardan is during May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 99°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 25°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 Hardan 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 Hardan 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
-4 °C25 °F
6 °C43 °F
5 km/h3 mph
193 mm7.6 in
74 cm29 in
Feb
-2 °C28 °F
8 °C47 °F
5 km/h3 mph
135 mm5.3 in
49 cm19 in
Mar
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
5 km/h3 mph
208 mm8.2 in
14 cm5 in
Apr
7 °C45 °F
19 °C67 °F
6 km/h3 mph
126 mm5 in
1 cm0 in
May
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
81 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
33 °C91 °F
7 km/h4 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
37 °C98 °F
7 km/h4 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C69 °F
37 °C99 °F
7 km/h4 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
33 °C91 °F
7 km/h4 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C51 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C39 °F
16 °C61 °F
5 km/h3 mph
114 mm4.5 in
2 cm1 in
Dec
-1 °C31 °F
9 °C49 °F
5 km/h3 mph
169 mm6.7 in
37 cm15 in