Best Time to Visit Najaf
Best time: Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
Jul is warmest (44.4°C high); Jan is rainiest (19 mm).
Najaf weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15.2 | 4.9 | 19 | 5.1 |
| Feb | 19.2 | 7.7 | 11 | 6.6 |
| Mar | 24.4 | 11.7 | 8 | 8.1 |
| Apr | 30.4 | 16.9 | 11 | 9.6 |
| May | 37.1 | 22.6 | 4 | 11.1 |
| Jun | 42.1 | 26.6 | 0 | 12.6 |
| Jul | 44.4 | 28.4 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Aug | 43.9 | 27.8 | 0 | 11.7 |
| Sep | 40.5 | 24.5 | 0 | 10.1 |
| Oct | 33.3 | 18.5 | 3 | 7.7 |
| Nov | 23.8 | 11.2 | 9 | 5.7 |
| Dec | 17.6 | 6.7 | 11 | 4.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprOctMarNov
Beaches: MayAprOctSep
Hiking: MarFebNovDec
Sightseeing: AprMarNovFeb
Najaf 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 Najaf?
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
See Najaf hotels · Book Najaf tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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