At a glance
| Metric | Baghdad | Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 45°C | 43°C |
| Coldest month low | 6°C | 14°C |
| Annual rainfall | 172 mm | 124 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.5 h/day | 10.7 h/day |
| Best months | November–March | December–February |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Baghdad | Dubai | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.8 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Dubai |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Baghdad |
| April | 7.9 · Good | 5.7 · Fair | Baghdad |
| May | 3.3 · Poor | 2.4 · Challenging | Baghdad |
| June | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| July | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.3 · Challenging | Baghdad |
| August | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| September | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| October | 5.3 · Fair | 3.7 · Poor | Baghdad |
| November | 10.0 · Excellent | 7.9 · Good | Baghdad |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Baghdad or Dubai?
Baghdad has the better travel weather in 6 of 12 months, versus 1 for Dubai — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Baghdad?
The best months to visit Baghdad are November–March, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
The best months to visit Dubai are December–February, based on six years of climate data.
Where should you go next month?
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