Baghdad weather in May

May is very hot in Baghdad, with afternoons above 35°C — plan outdoor activity for early morning or after sunset. Rain is virtually absent this month.

May climate normals for Baghdad

Avg high
37°C
Avg low
24°C
Rain days
1
Humidity
24%

Baghdad climate through the year

MonthAvg highAvg lowRain daysHumidity
January17°7°467%
February19°8°560%
March24°12°549%
April31°18°338%
May37°24°124%
June43°29°017%
July45°32°016%
August45°31°018%
September42°27°021%
October35°22°131%
November24°14°558%
December18°9°468%

Normals computed from Open-Meteo's ERA5 reanalysis archive (2015–2024).