Basrah in May
5.8out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 40°C. Very dry: about 1 rainy days.
40°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
1Rainy days (5 mm)
13:32 hDaylight
04:59Sunrise · 18:31 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 40°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 (1.0 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 | 19°C | 8°C | 33 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.9 |
| February | 22°C | 10°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.6 |
| March | 27°C | 14°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| April | 34°C | 20°C | 10 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 40°C | 26°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.8 |
| June | 45°C | 30°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| July | 47°C | 32°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| August | 47°C | 31°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| September | 43°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.1 |
| October | 37°C | 22°C | 7 mm | 1 | – | – | 6.9 |
| November | 27°C | 15°C | 32 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| December | 20°C | 10°C | 31 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Basrah in May?
Daytime highs average 40°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Basrah?
The best months are March, February, November, December.