May · Iraq
Best time to visit Baghdad in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
6.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 31%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Baghdad scores 6.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 31 sunny days this month.
Baghdad is Iraq's historic Tigris capital, with Abbasid and modern layers, museums, book markets, cafés, and a dense cultural life.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Baghdad in May?
- In May, Baghdad averages 29°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Baghdad?
- May earns a 6.8/10 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 May?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 31% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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