Best Time to Visit Sulaymaniyah
Best time: Jun, Sep, Oct, May.
Jul is warmest (39.5°C high); Feb is rainiest (141 mm).
Sulaymaniyah weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.6 | 0.3 | 133 | 4 |
| Feb | 11.2 | 2.1 | 141 | 5.2 |
| Mar | 16.2 | 6 | 136 | 6.5 |
| Apr | 21.9 | 9.9 | 99 | 8.2 |
| May | 28.9 | 15.3 | 39 | 10.2 |
| Jun | 35.7 | 21.2 | 0 | 12.6 |
| Jul | 39.5 | 24.9 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Aug | 39.2 | 24.9 | 0 | 11.2 |
| Sep | 34.9 | 20.2 | 0 | 9.7 |
| Oct | 27.9 | 14.8 | 12 | 6.9 |
| Nov | 18.9 | 7.5 | 79 | 4.8 |
| Dec | 11.5 | 2.7 | 117 | 3.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunSepOctMay
Beaches: JunJulSepAug
Hiking: OctJunJulMay
Sightseeing: OctMayJunSep
Sulaymaniyah quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jun, Jul, Aug): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sulaymaniyah?
Jun, Sep, Oct, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Feb, about 141 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 39.5°C.
Where to stay
See Sulaymaniyah hotels · Book Sulaymaniyah tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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