Baghdad in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
38°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
1Rainy days (5 mm)
13:43 hDaylight
05:07Sunrise · 18:50 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C
- Very dry: about 1 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.2 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 7°C | 28 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.7 |
| February | 20°C | 8°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| March | 25°C | 13°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| April | 32°C | 18°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 38°C | 24°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 43°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| July | 46°C | 31°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| August | 46°C | 30°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| September | 42°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.5 |
| October | 35°C | 21°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 25°C | 13°C | 26 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| December | 19°C | 8°C | 24 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Baghdad in May?
Daytime highs average 38°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Baghdad?
The best months are November, March, February, December.