Climate Insights for Soran

Soran District, Erbil, Iraq

Hottest
August
37°C peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low
Wettest
March
186mm rain
Best to Visit
May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Soran is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 949mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 186mm of rainfall. Soran 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 -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 109cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 7° Average: 2° Min: -2° Feb Max: 9° Average: 5° Min: 0° Mar Max: 13° Average: 9° Min: 4° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 8° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 17° Jul Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 21° Aug Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 21° Sep Max: 33° Average: 25° Min: 17° Oct Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Nov Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 5° Dec Max: 10° Average: 5° Min: 0°
Max
Average
Min

Soran has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°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 -2°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 177mm Snow: 51mm Feb Precipitation: 134mm Snow: 31mm Mar Precipitation: 186mm Snow: 7mm Apr Precipitation: 111mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 44mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 91mm Snow: 1mm Dec Precipitation: 133mm Snow: 18mm
Precipitation
Snow

Soran is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 949mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 186mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1mm. That's 185mm 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 109cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 51cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 10km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Soran is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 8km/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 Soran, which began on March 20, 2026. Soran 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 37°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 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 362mm across the season with a monthly average of 121mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 137mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -2 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 444mm across the season with a monthly average of 148mm. Expect around 101cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr 14°
May 19°
Jun 26°
Jul 30°
Aug 30°
Sep 25°
Oct 18°
Nov 10°
Dec

The best time to visit Soran is during May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 55mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -2°C. 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 Soran 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
7 °C
6 km/h
177 mm
51 cm
Feb
0 °C
9 °C
7 km/h
134 mm
31 cm
Mar Current
4 °C
13 °C
7 km/h
186 mm
7 cm
Apr
8 °C
19 °C
8 km/h
111 mm
1 cm
May
12 °C
25 °C
9 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
32 °C
10 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
36 °C
10 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
37 °C
10 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
33 °C
10 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
11 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Nov
5 °C
16 °C
7 km/h
91 mm
1 cm
Dec
0 °C
10 °C
6 km/h
133 mm
18 cm
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