Best Time to Visit Karbala
Best time: Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
Jul is warmest (44.4°C high); Jan is rainiest (19 mm).
Karbala weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15.2 | 4.9 | 19 | 5 |
| Feb | 18.8 | 7 | 15 | 6.4 |
| Mar | 23.9 | 11.2 | 14 | 8 |
| Apr | 30.7 | 17.2 | 12 | 9.5 |
| May | 37.2 | 22.7 | 6 | 11 |
| Jun | 41.9 | 26.5 | 0 | 12.7 |
| Jul | 44.4 | 28.6 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Aug | 43.7 | 27.7 | 0 | 11.6 |
| Sep | 40.2 | 24.4 | 0 | 10 |
| Oct | 32.8 | 18.4 | 1 | 7.6 |
| Nov | 23.4 | 10.7 | 10 | 5.6 |
| Dec | 17.7 | 6.8 | 18 | 4.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprOctMarNov
Beaches: MayOctSepApr
Hiking: MarNovFebJan
Sightseeing: AprMarNovOct
Karbala 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 Karbala?
Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 19 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 44.4°C.
Where to stay
Book Karbala hotels · Karbala tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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