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Best time to visit Baghdad

Go inFebruary–March and November

Check your government’s travel advice before planning any trip.

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Baghdad month by month

MonthRatingAvg highRainCrowdsFlightsWhat’s on
JanuaryGood16°CSome rainQuietCheapest–
FebruaryGreat19°CSome rainQuietCheapest–
MarchGreat24°CSome rainQuietCheapest–
AprilGreat30°CSome rainQuietCheapest–
MayPoor37°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
JunePoor42°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
JulyPoor44°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
AugustPoor44°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
SeptemberPoor40°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
OctoberGood33°CMostly dryQuietCheapest–
NovemberGreat23°CSome rainQuietCheapest–
DecemberGreat17°CSome rainQuietCheapest–

Good to know

  • Highs pass 35°C in May–September.

In the 9th century Baghdad was the world’s largest city, home to the House of Wisdom.

Questions people ask

When is the best time to visit Baghdad?

The best time to visit Baghdad is February–March and November. Check your government’s travel advice before planning any trip.

What is the cheapest time to fly to Baghdad?

Fares to Baghdad stay fairly steady through the year; booking early matters more than the month.

When is Baghdad busiest?

Baghdad rarely gets overwhelmed by crowds.

What is the weather like in Baghdad?

July is the warmest month, with average highs of 44°C, and January the coolest at 16°C.

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