Climate Insights for Abū Ghurayb

Abu Ghraib District, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Hottest
August
46°C peak
Coldest
December
6°C low
Wettest
March
45mm rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Abū Ghurayb is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 166mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 45mm of rainfall. Abū Ghurayb 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 December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 6° Feb Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 10° Mar Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 14° Apr Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 18° May Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 24° Jun Max: 42° Average: 36° Min: 28° Jul Max: 45° Average: 38° Min: 31° Aug Max: 46° Average: 39° Min: 31° Sep Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 25° Oct Max: 35° Average: 27° Min: 20° Nov Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 11° Dec Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 6°
Max
Average
Min

Abū Ghurayb has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 46°C and an average of 39°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 11°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 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 34mm Mar Precipitation: 45mm Apr Precipitation: 36mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 9mm Dec Precipitation: 32mm
Precipitation

Abū Ghurayb is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 166mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 14mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 45mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 45mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 3km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Abū Ghurayb is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

52 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Abū Ghurayb, which began on June 21, 2026. Abū Ghurayb 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 46°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 37°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 28 to 46°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 11°
Feb 16°
Mar 19°
Apr 25°
May 31°
Jun 36°
Jul 38°
Aug 39°
Sep 32°
Oct 27°
Nov 17°
Dec 11°

The best time to visit Abū Ghurayb is during February, March, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 46°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°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 Abū Ghurayb 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. 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
6 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Feb
10 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Mar
14 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
37 °C
4 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
28 °C
42 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
31 °C
45 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug Current
31 °C
46 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
39 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
20 °C
35 °C
3 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
24 °C
3 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Dec
6 °C
16 °C
3 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
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