Sinjār in May
8.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Hot: daytime highs around 31°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
31°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
3Rainy days (16 mm)
13:56 hDaylight
05:11Sunrise · 19:07 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 31°C
- Very dry: about 3 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 (2.7 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 | 11°C | 3°C | 52 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 13°C | 5°C | 44 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.6 |
| March | 18°C | 8°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.4 |
| April | 24°C | 13°C | 32 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| May | 31°C | 19°C | 16 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 38°C | 24°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| July | 41°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 40°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 36°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 29°C | 17°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| November | 19°C | 10°C | 34 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 13°C | 5°C | 48 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sinjār in May?
Daytime highs average 31°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Sinjār?
The best months are October, April.