Climate Insights for Yasahmal

Penjwen District, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq

Hottest
August
39°C peak101°F peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low29°F low
Wettest
January
131 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Yasahmal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 670 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 131 mm of rainfall. Yasahmal 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 78cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Yasahmal is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 26.4 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.2 in of rainfall. Yasahmal 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 29°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 31in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 9°Average: 3°Min: -2°FebMax: 10°Average: 5°Min: -1°MarMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 4°AprMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 7°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 12°JunMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 17°JulMax: 38°Average: 31°Min: 21°AugMax: 39°Average: 30°Min: 20°SepMax: 34°Average: 25°Min: 15°OctMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 9°NovMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 4°DecMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 1°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 48°FAverage: 38°FMin: 29°FFebMax: 50°FAverage: 40°FMin: 29°FMarMax: 58°FAverage: 49°FMin: 39°FAprMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 45°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 53°FJunMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 101°FAverage: 87°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 101°FAverage: 87°FMin: 68°FSepMax: 93°FAverage: 77°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 63°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FDecMax: 53°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°F
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Yasahmal has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°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.Yasahmal has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 72°F from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 101°F and an average of 87°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 131mmSnow: 35mmFebPrecipitation: 124mmSnow: 32mmMarPrecipitation: 127mmSnow: 2mmAprPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 109mmSnow: 9mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 13inMarPrecipitation: 5inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 4.3inSnow (in): 3in
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Yasahmal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 670 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 131 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 131 mm 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 78cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.Yasahmal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 5.2 in 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 31in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Yasahmal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Yasahmal 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 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan3°38°F
Feb5°40°F
Mar10°49°F
Apr15°58°F
May20°68°F
Jun27°80°F
Jul31°87°F
Aug30°87°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct18°65°F
Nov11°51°F
Dec6°42°F

The best time to visit Yasahmal 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 23 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 39°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.The best time to visit Yasahmal is during May and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 101°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 29°F. 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 Yasahmal 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 Yasahmal 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
-2 °C29 °F
9 °C48 °F
6 km/h4 mph
131 mm5.2 in
35 cm14 in
Feb
-1 °C29 °F
10 °C50 °F
6 km/h4 mph
124 mm4.9 in
32 cm13 in
Mar
4 °C39 °F
15 °C58 °F
7 km/h4 mph
127 mm5 in
2 cm1 in
Apr
7 °C45 °F
21 °C69 °F
7 km/h4 mph
72 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
12 °C53 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
34 °C93 °F
8 km/h5 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
21 °C69 °F
38 °C101 °F
8 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C68 °F
39 °C101 °F
8 km/h5 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
34 °C93 °F
8 km/h5 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C49 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h4 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
4 °C40 °F
17 °C63 °F
6 km/h4 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
1 °C33 °F
11 °C53 °F
6 km/h4 mph
109 mm4.3 in
9 cm3 in