How hot is Baghdad in August?

Daytime highs in Baghdad in August average 45°C (113°F); nights drop to about 31°C.

Does it rain in Baghdad in August?

Expect around 0 rainy days and 0 mm of rainfall in August.

Is August a good time to visit Baghdad?

August is a challenging month to visit Baghdad — consider November–March instead. Overall travel score: 1.5/10. The best months are November–March.

Baghdad weather in August

August is a challenging month to visit Baghdad — consider November–March instead. Expect highs around 45°C, lows near 31°C, and about 0 days with rain.

1.5 · Challengingtravel score for August

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Avg high

45°C

Avg low

31°C

Rainfall

0 mm

Rain days

Sunshine

12.1 h/day

Daylight

13.2 h

What to pack for Baghdad in August

light, breathable clothing
sun protection (hat, SPF 50)

Humidity averages 18%; max daily wind around 24 km/h.

How August compares

Best months in Baghdad: November–March. See the full best time to visit Baghdad guide.

Baghdad in August: the details

In August, Baghdad sees average daytime highs of 45°C (113°F) and overnight lows of 31°C (87°F). Rainfall totals roughly 0 mm across 0 rainy days, and the sun shines about 12.1 hours per day with 13.2 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 18%.

These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Baghdad, Iraq (33.34, 44.4) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.

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