Best Time to Visit Basrah
Best time: Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
Aug is warmest (44°C high); Dec is rainiest (33 mm).
Basrah weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.1 | 6.7 | 31 | 5.3 |
| Feb | 19.7 | 8.3 | 21 | 6.8 |
| Mar | 24.6 | 12.2 | 19 | 8.2 |
| Apr | 31.4 | 17.3 | 16 | 9.5 |
| May | 37.8 | 22.9 | 5 | 11 |
| Jun | 41.9 | 25.4 | 0 | 11.9 |
| Jul | 43.8 | 27.6 | 0 | 11.8 |
| Aug | 44 | 26.8 | 0 | 11.2 |
| Sep | 41.3 | 23.2 | 0 | 10 |
| Oct | 35 | 18.6 | 2 | 7.9 |
| Nov | 26.3 | 13.1 | 25 | 5.9 |
| Dec | 18.9 | 8.2 | 33 | 4.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprOctMarNov
Beaches: MayOctSepJun
Hiking: MarFebNovJan
Sightseeing: AprMarFebNov
Basrah quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Basrah?
Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 33 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 44°C.
Where to stay
See Basrah hotels · Book Basrah tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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