May · Iraq
Best time to visit Erbil in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
8.8/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 27 mm
- Humidity
- 42%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Erbil scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 25°C, 27 mm of rain, and roughly 31 sunny days 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Erbil in May?
- In May, Erbil averages 25°C, 27 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Erbil?
- May earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Erbil in May?
- Expect about 27 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 42% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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