Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
March, November, April
May, June, July, August, September, October
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
General Travel
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Baghdad?
The best time to visit Baghdad for backpacking is March, November, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Baghdad due to better weather and lower costs.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Baghdad
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 69Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 27 |
February | 94Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 22 |
March | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 21 |
April | 97Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 19 |
May | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 4 |
June | 35Poor Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 34° | 0 |
July | 35Poor Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 36° | 0 |
August | 35Poor Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 35° | 0 |
September | 35Poor Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 31° | 1 |
October | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 4 |
November | 100Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 12 |
December | 76Good Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 18 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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🌍 Plan your backpacking trip to Baghdad
Now you know the best time to visit Baghdad — here are a few useful next steps to help plan your trip.
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