Erbil Weather in May
Iraq · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high33°C (91°F)
Avg low18°C (64°F)
Rainfall16 mm (0.6 in)
RatingGood 7.2/10
In May, Erbil has average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F). May is spring in Iraq. The month is very dry, with about 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain spread over 3 days. The air is dry, with average humidity of just 38%. You get roughly 13.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is May a good time to visit Erbil?
May is a good time to visit Erbil (7.2/10), though March to April and November are even better.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 33°C (91°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C (64°F) |
| Daily mean | 25°C (77°F) |
| Rainfall | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 3 |
| Humidity | 38% |
| Cloud cover | 50% |
| Daylight | 13.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 7.6 hours/day |
| Wind | 7.3 km/h |
| vs April | 6°C warmer than April, with 23 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Erbil in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Erbil weather in other months
Jan13°C / 2°C43 mmGoodFeb15°C / 3°C38 mmExcellentMar20°C / 7°C52 mmExcellentApr26°C / 12°C39 mmExcellentMay33°C / 18°C16 mmGoodJun40°C / 23°C2 mmPoorJul43°C / 27°C0 mmPoorAug43°C / 27°C1 mmPoorSep38°C / 23°C2 mmPoorOct30°C / 17°C18 mmExcellentNov21°C / 9°C34 mmExcellentDec15°C / 4°C40 mmExcellent
← AprilBest time to visit ErbilJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Istanbul21°C · 38 mm · Excellent
- Izmir25°C · 27 mm · Excellent
- Antalya27°C · 44 mm · Excellent
- Bodrum24°C · 24 mm · Excellent
- Wuzhong27°C · 20 mm · Excellent
- Taiyuan27°C · 42 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Mosul33°C · 18 mm
- Al Mawsil al Jadidah33°C · 18 mm
- Kirkuk34°C · 17 mm
- Tabriz24°C · 35 mm
- Sadr City38°C · 9 mm
- Baghdad38°C · 9 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.