January · Iraq
Best time to visit Mosul in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mosul in January
Average temperature 8°C, 50 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 50 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Mosul scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 50 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mosul is a historic Tigris city rebuilding its cultural life, with old-city heritage, markets, museums, and major restoration work after conflict.
January in Mosul: strong conditions, 8th of 12
Expect 8°C (46°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 50 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 10/10 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 Mosul — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mosul in January?
- In January, Mosul averages 8°C, 50 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Mosul?
- January earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mosul in January?
- Expect about 50 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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