February · Iraq
Best time to visit Baghdad in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Baghdad in February
Average temperature 13°C, 19 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 19 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Baghdad scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 13°C, 19 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Baghdad is Iraq's historic Tigris capital, with Abbasid and modern layers, museums, book markets, cafés, and a dense cultural life.
February ranks 3rd of 12 for Baghdad — one of the best windows
February averages 13°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 19 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11 daylight hours.
A 9.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Baghdad (3rd of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Baghdad in February?
- In February, Baghdad averages 13°C, 19 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Baghdad?
- February earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Baghdad in February?
- Expect about 19 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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