February · Iraq
Best time to visit Erbil in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Erbil in February
Average temperature 9°C, 55 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
8.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 55 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Erbil scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 55 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Erbil is Iraqi Kurdistan's regional capital, centered on the UNESCO-listed citadel and surrounded by bazaars, museums, cafés, and northern mountain routes.
February in Erbil — reliably good (6th best month)
Expect 9°C (48°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 55 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Erbil — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Erbil in February?
- In February, Erbil averages 9°C, 55 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Erbil?
- February earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Erbil in February?
- Expect about 55 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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