Temperature and Weather Outlook (October 12-15, 2025)
The forecast indicates a general cooling trend, with Baghdad’s maximum temperature expected to be 35°C on Sunday, and the minimum dropping to 19°C. The northern mountains will experience the lowest temperatures, with Sulaymaniyah reaching 27°C and a minimum of 12°C.
- Sunday (October 12): Weather will be clear across the central and southern regions. The northern region will be partly cloudy with light rain possible in the mountainous areas.
- Monday (October 13): Clear skies in the central and southern regions continue. The north will be partly cloudy with scattered morning showers possible in the mountains. A slight decrease in temperatures is expected in the north, center, and south.
- Tuesday (October 14): Weather remains generally clear across the country. Temperatures will be similar to the previous day in the central and northern regions, with a slight drop in the south.
- Wednesday (October 15): Clear skies across the country. Temperatures are expected to rise slightly.
Maximum Temperatures for Sunday, October 12
The maximum temperatures will remain comfortable across most of Iraq:
- Northern Region: Sulaymaniyah (27°C), Duhok (26°C), Erbil (29°C), Nineveh (29°C).
- Central Region: Kirkuk (32°C), Baghdad (35°C), Diyala (33°C), Anbar (32°C).
- Southern Region: Basra (37°C), Maysan (37°C), Dhi Qar (37°C), Muthanna (37°C).
Wind and Visibility
Winds will primarily be northwesterly and moderate, generally ranging from 10-20 km/h, which is expected to reduce dust activity. Visibility is forecast to be between 8 and 10 kilometers.
