🇮🇶 Erbil, Iraq

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Safety: Avoid all travel

Forecast by:	11 Sep Fri	12 Sep Sat	13 Sep Sun	14 Sep Mon	15 Sep Tue	16 Sep Wed	17 Sep Thu
Temp (°C)	39° 20°	39° 20°	39° 20°	39° 20°	39° 20°	39° 19°	38° 21°
Precipitation	2%	2%	2%	2%	2%	2%	2%
Humidity	18%	20%	23%	22%	23%	21%	27%
Wind	14 km/h	11 km/h	15 km/h	13 km/h	15 km/h	13 km/h	12 km/h

Best time to visit Erbil

The best times to visit Erbil are March to April and October to November, when mild to warm conditions suit city walks, historic sites and nearby excursions. January, February and December are cooler and wetter, while June to August brings extreme heat and frequent dust storms; September is hot, with dust storms possible through mid-month.

JanuaryOKTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours7Dry Days27

January is cool and occasionally rainy, around 3-13°C. Museums and historic sights suit the season, while showers can interrupt outdoor plans.

FebruaryOKTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)9Sun Hours7Dry Days24

February is cool with occasional rain, around 5-16°C. Sightseeing suits dry spells, with warm layers useful during mornings and evenings.

MarchGreatTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours10Dry Days25

March is mild, around 8-21°C, with spring flowers and Nowruz celebrations. Rain can occur, while the climate suits city walks and nearby sights.

AprilGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)5Sun Hours12Dry Days25

April is mild to warm, around 13-26°C, with spring scenery and occasional rain. Walking tours and excursions beyond Erbil suit the daytime climate.

MayOKTemp (°C)31°Rain (mm)8Sun Hours12Dry Days27

May is hot and dry, around 18-34°C. Morning sightseeing is more manageable, while afternoon heat can make lengthy outdoor visits uncomfortable.

JuneAvoidTemp (°C)37°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours13Dry Days30

June is extremely hot and dry, around 23-40°C, with daytime temperatures often above 40°C. Limit outdoor sightseeing to the coolest hours.

JulyAvoidTemp (°C)39°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days31

July is extremely hot and dry, around 26-43°C, with frequent dust storms that can reduce visibility and disrupt transport. Extensive outdoor sightseeing is uncomfortable.

AugustAvoidTemp (°C)39°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days31

August is extremely hot and dry, around 25-42°C, with frequent dust storms that impair visibility and disrupt transport. Afternoons are unsuitable for lengthy outdoor visits.

SeptemberOKTemp (°C)35°Rain (mm)0Sun Hours12Dry Days29

September is hot and dry, around 21-39°C, with dust storms possible through mid-month. Early starts suit city sightseeing before the strongest daytime heat.

OctoberGreatTemp (°C)29°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours8Dry Days27

October is warm and generally dry, around 15-31°C. The climate suits visits to historic sites, markets, and nearby countryside.

NovemberGreatTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)13Sun Hours7Dry Days26

November is mild, around 8-22°C, with rain returning during the month. Sightseeing is comfortable between showers, though wet weather can affect outdoor plans.

DecemberOKTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours7Dry Days26

December is cool with frequent rain, around 5-15°C. City sightseeing works between showers, while warm layers are useful during chilly evenings.

Sources: responsibletravel.com, en.wikipedia.org

Brief

Try local Kurdish and Iraqi dishes such as dolma, kebab, masgouf grilled fish, fresh flatbread, and chai tea. Use reputable restaurants for uncooked foods and drinks.

Safety and health

Erbil is experiencing an unusual risk from drone and missile attacks linked to regional escalation. Avoid military, coalition, airport, consular, government, and security facilities; keep away from blast sites and falling debris, and check flight status and local authority guidance before travelling. (newarab.com | nzherald.co.nz)
Drink sealed bottled water and avoid tap water, untreated drinks, ice of uncertain origin, and uncooked foods. Avoid swimming, wading, or bathing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis risk. (cdc.gov | wikivoyage.org)
Use insect and tick precautions, particularly outside the city. Iraq has risks from leishmaniasis and Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever. Avoid contact with sick animals or their blood and bodily fluids. (cdc.gov)
Avoid close contact with sick people and camels because of MERS risk. Yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission, including qualifying airport transits. (cdc.gov)

Recent News

September 2, 2026: Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed missile and drone strikes on US-linked facilities in Erbil. Kurdish authorities and other reports said multiple explosive drones were intercepted, including near Erbil International Airport; reports differed on damage, and no casualties were confirmed in the most detailed accounts. (cedarnews.net | newarab.com | nzherald.co.nz)
Recent Friday report: Five unexplained blasts were heard across Erbil, with no deaths, injuries, or material damage confirmed at the time of reporting. (shafaq.com)